Remix A Wish

Purpose

• To break away from typical thinking and get inspiration from unexpected associations

Facilitation Instructions

• In small groups, think of wishes. The wishes might be about how you would amplify a strength or address a problem related to using the libraries.
• On yellow notes, start with 'normal wishes'. Write down or draw one down-to-earth wish per note
• Discuss the first round together, and then continue on to ‘whimsical wishes’ using blue notes. These wishes can be based in seemingly-impossible scenarios or fantastical worlds. E.g. How would a ghost use the libraries?
• Then, take one normal wish and one whimsical wish, and elaborate a new idea or solution by combining them. Use pink notes for the mix-and-match wishes.
• Repeat the exercise with every sticky note, mixing and matching and creating new ideas.
• Share highlights from small groups

Products Generated

• Two groups of wishes (realistic and whimsical) and a third group--remixed wishes--that might push the boundaries of expectation.

Time/Commitment Needed

• Primary activity

Reference

Scott Young & Hailley Fargo

Facilitation Notes

• This activity is easily done using a wall/whiteboard, colored sticky notes, and pens.
• Reflection prompts: What themes stand out in our mixed wishes? What wishes are you most excited about?