Memory Lane
Suggested Group(s): Young/Middle/Teens
Purpose: To explore, share and plot memories of individual group members to create collage of all as a 'memory lane.'
Task/need: Converting the relationship to one of memory, approaching the pain of the loss, acknowledging the reality of the loss
Activity Setup Ideas:
- Begin by talking about memories that the group members have about or with the person who died.
- Talk about all kinds of memories — funny ones, sad ones, happy ones, scary ones, etc. Remind the group members that all different kinds of memories make up this person to you. Encourage them to draw as many as they wish.
Materials:
- 6 ft. butcher paper
- Markers
- Small pieces (approx. 3x5) of various colors of construction paper
Description: Draw a path on the paper prior to the group starting. After discussion, have the group use pieces of construction paper to write or draw memories that they have. Have the group aim to fill the entire path with their memories.
Activity Wrap Up Ideas: Bring the group back together to review their work and share their memories.
Suggestions: The placement of the memories can be random, or placed in chronological order.
