Session 14: Enough Stuff Part of World of Wonder In This Section Introduction From World of Wonder People overestimate the pleasure they'll get from having more stuff. This does not apply to new rose bushes, crayons, or yarn stashes. — Dr. Sun Wolf... Session-at-a-Glance From World of Wonder Activity Minutes Opening 5 Activity 1: Earth Ball Name Game 5 Activity 2: Story — Enough Stuff 10 Activity 3: Recycle Relay 15 Activity 4: Birthday... Spiritual Preparation From World of Wonder Find a place where you can be quiet with your thoughts. Close your eyes and breathe deeply for several minutes, perhaps repeating a word or phrase to... Opening From World of Wonder Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice and LED/battery-operated candle Cloth for altar or centering space Group Covenant (Session 1)... Activity 1: Earth Ball Name Game From World of Wonder Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Inflatable earth ball or globe, available from... Activity 2: Story - Enough Stuff From World of Wonder Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "Enough Stuff" A large basket Objects to place in the basket that are related to the story such ... Activity 3: Recycle Relay From World of Wonder Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Two sets of four recycle bins (or cardboard boxes or other containers), two boxes or barrels for trash,... Activity 4: Birthday Brainstorm From World of Wonder Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Handout 1, Birthday Party Resources Optional: Talking stick Preparation fo... Activity 5: Toilet Paper Roll Binoculars From World of Wonder Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Clean, used toilet paper rolls Construction paper, markers or crayons, tape and glue sticks A stapler a... Closing From World of Wonder Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity World of Wonder mural from Session 1 Leader Resource 1, Mural Image - Too Much Stuff, and tape Closing s... Leader Reflection and Planning From World of Wonder Take a few minutes to evaluate the session with your co-leader immediately after the session, while it is fresh. Share your thoughts with other team... Faith In Action: Enough Stuff Birthday Party From World of Wonder Materials for Activity Birthday cakes (brought in by participants, at least 12, one for each month of the year) Tables and chairs Cake plates and forks... Alternate Activity 1: Welcoming Web Game From World of Wonder Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Ball of yarn Preparation for Activity Clear an open space where the group can sit in a circle.... Alternate Activity 2: "Needs" vs. "Wants" Nature Walk From World of Wonder Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Lunch-sized paper bags, cloth bags, or small baggies to collect interesting items along the way, one pe... Alternate Activity 3: Kids Make a Difference Video From World of Wonder Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Computer with Internet access and a large monitor or a digital projector Preparation for Activity Test... Taking It Home: Enough Stuff From World of Wonder People overestimate the pleasure they'll get from having more stuff. This does not apply to new rose bushes, crayons, or yarn stashes. — Dr. Sun Wolf IN... Enough Stuff Julie Simon From World of Wonder Jamie sat on his bed, while his Dad talked on the phone. In just three weeks, Jamie was going to turn seven. He couldn't wait. He was having a pirate... Handout 1: Birthday Party Resources From World of Wonder Birthdays Without Pressure http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/04/kids-birthday-parties_n_301268…; Birthday Parties: Taking the Stress Out of... Leader Resource 1: Mural Image - Too Much Stuff From World of Wonder Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing. Find Out More From World of Wonder Read about FreecycleDelbert McClinton singing his song "Too Much Stuff." Visit the websites of Unitarian Universalist Ministry for Earth and The Green... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: World of Wonder NEXT: Introduction Download all of World of Wonder (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.