Social Activity

Two Truths and a Fun Fact

Two Truths and a Fun Fact gives children a playful way to share details about themselves and discover things they have in common.

Time15 to 25 minutes
Best ForSmall or medium groups
SpaceCircle seating or classroom
SuppliesPaper and pencils optional

How To Run It

  1. Explain that each child will share three true things about themselves.
  2. Give everyone a minute to think or write ideas down.
  3. Have one child share two everyday truths and one fun or surprising fact.
  4. Let the group guess which fact is the most surprising or ask one friendly question.
  5. Continue around the circle, helping quieter children if needed.
  6. Point out shared interests the group discovered.

Prompt Ideas

  • A food I like
  • A place I have been
  • Something I know how to do
  • A favorite game or hobby