Are you a fan of Jeopardy?
If so, you’ll love using Jeopardy Labs in your Library!
Why Jeopardy Labs?
One of the pains of playing Jeopardy is finding a good template to use.
Sure, you can use a slideshow. Let’s be honest, though. They’re a little clunky. And if you’re not good at programming slides, it’s incredibly time consuming.
This is where Jeopardy Labs comes in!
It completely simplifies creating a Jeopardy style game. Which means it absolutely saves you time!
Jeopardy Labs lets you create your own Jeopardy game. All you have to do is know what the topic, categories, and answers are! Type them in, and play the game with your students!
The video below shows you how easy it is to use!
My amazing friend and colleague, Amy Bansak, created this awesome Jeopardy Game for our Learner Led Libraries! When you click this link, you’ll be able to use it as is, or clone and edit it!
When to Use the Jeopardy Review Game
I have used this game with my 2nd – 5th graders. We have used it at the beginning of the school year as we teach and learn library routines and expectations. We’ve also used it to ease back into the school routine after the winter and spring breaks.
It’s just as much fun to watch them playing the game as it is for them to play!
Tips for Using Jeopardy Labs in the Library
I may not have mentioned this in the actual video…BUT here are some great tips for facilitating the game.
- Model how to make a question for the answer
- Have a high expectation for good sportsmanship; also a great way to connect what they learn in PE. Some kids actually had to take a break to help them reset their sportsmanship skills.
- Have a squirmy kiddo or one that needs to be in the spotlight? Have them control the game, and/or signal when time is up.
- HAVE FUN!