Corner Clash Teacher Guide
First Day Icebreaker & Screener
CORNER CLASH
Teacher Playbook
Activity Purpose
Disguised classroom screen for sensory, expression, and social needs.
Room Setup
Label left side of room Side A and right side Side B.
Interactive Logging
Jot down student names on the margins directly as they choose sides!
Facilitator Directions
Project the slides. For each clash, read choices and prompt: "Walk to Side A (left) or Side B (right). No standing in the middle!" Use the side margins below to quickly record who chooses which side.
Screener Clashes (Questions 1 - 5)
← Left Margin: Side A Logs Right Margin: Side B Logs →
Q1 Side A Names
Q1. THE STUDY FORT SENSORY
A: Cozy, dim study fort | B: Bright white science lab
Reveals: Side A prefers low sensory stimulation & lighting. Side B thrives in active, bright, highly visual spaces.
Q1 Side B Names
Q2 Side A Names
Q2. THE VOLUMES SENSORY
A: Silent disco headphones | B: Shaking stadium concert
Reveals: Side A is sound-sensitive (needs noise-reduction). Side B seeks or tolerates heavy auditory input.
Q2 Side B Names
Q3 Side A Names
Q3. THE HANGOUT CHAIR SENSORY
A: Giant squishy beanbag | B: Wobble stool / spinny chair
Reveals: Side A prefers deeply grounding, cozy soft seating. Side B requires kinesthetic movement / active seating to focus.
Q3 Side B Names
Q4 Side A Names
Q4. THE STORYTELLER EXPRESSION
A: Graphic novel visual panels | B: Narration audiobook
Reveals: Side A learns visually (needs organizers, diagrams). Side B responds to verbal text-to-speech / audio instructions.
Q4 Side B Names
Q5 Side A Names
Q5. BRIEFING MAPS EXPRESSION
A: Draw maps & illustrations | B: Present live face-to-face speech
Reveals: Side A prefers artistic/diagrammed products over talking. Side B thrives in oral expression (struggles with fine motor paper paths).
Q5 Side B Names
Corner Clash Lesson Plan Page 1 of 2
First Day Icebreaker & Screener
CORNER CLASH
Screener Guide & Tracker
Screener Clashes (Questions 6 - 10)
← Left Margin: Side A Logs Right Margin: Side B Logs →
Q6 Side A Names
Q6. THE SECRET MESSAGE EXPRESSION
A: Type mechanical typewriter | B: Handwritten ink pen
Reveals: Side A prefers keyboarding (excellent typing/stamina). Side B has fine motor/writing joy or sensory feedback from writing.
Q6 Side B Names
Q7 Side A Names
Q7. ESCAPE HERO SOCIAL-EMO
A: Lead collaborative team of five | B: Solve escape room solo
Reveals: Side A relies on heavy collaborative peers and social interaction. Side B prefers independent tasks; easily overwhelmed by groups.
Q7 Side B Names
Q8 Side A Names
Q8. THE OVERWHELM SOCIAL-EMO
A: Rapid run or punching bag | B: Quiet library & hot drink
Reveals: Side A utilizes active kinetic "heavy work" to regulate. Side B uses sensory-deprivation and calm insulation to reset.
Q8 Side B Names
Q9 Side A Names
Q9. THE REVEAL SOCIAL-EMO
A: Ask quietly private post-class | B: Raise hand in public class
Reveals: Side A has evaluation anxiety (needs private prompts/IEP checks). Side B is a highly confident advocate.
Q9 Side B Names
Q10 Side A Names
Q10. TIME MAP TRANSITIONS
A: Predictable, rigid yearly schedule | B: Spontaneous surprise days
Reveals: Side A relies on strict routine/visual schedules (struggles with transition). Side B highly adaptable.
Q10 Side B Names
Immediate Translation Guide
Transfer student names written above to individual visual charts or IEP environmental logs for instant classroom modifications.
Co-Teacher Action: Share copies of this screen-mapped margin record directly with student IEP folders.
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Corner Clash Slides
CORNER CLASH
First Day of School Icebreaker
THE GREAT DIVIDE
No sitting in the middle. Choose a side, move to your corner, and defend your choice!
Prepare to move! Find some space in the room.
LET'S PLAY →
CORNER CLASH
HOW TO PLAY
1. DECIDE & WALK
Read the screen. Decide on Side A or Side B, then safely walk to that designated side of the room.
2. NO COMPROMISE
There is absolutely no standing in the middle! You must make a full commitment to one side.
3. DEFEND IT!
Be ready to explain exactly why your choice is superior to the other side. Respectful debate rules!
Ready? Get your walking shoes on! ROUND 1 BEGINS →
CLASH 01 / 10 Sensory Space
SIDE A
The Study Fort
Work in a cozy, dim-lit fort filled with soft rugs, giant floor cushions, and fairy lights.
SIDE B
The Light Lab
Work in a high-tech, bright laboratory with whiteboards on every wall and desk-sized gadgets.
Which workspace matches your vibe? Walk to your side now!
CLASH 02 / 10 Auditory World
SIDE A
Silent Disco
Attend a silent dance party where everyone listens to their own private music on comfortable headphones.
SIDE B
Stadium Concert
Stand in the front row of a massive music concert where the heavy bass literally shakes the floor under you.
How do you prefer your environment's volume? Walk to your side!
CLASH 03 / 10 Body Support
SIDE A
Squishy Beanbag
Sink into a giant, ultra-soft beanbag sitting low to the classroom floor where you can lounge fully.
SIDE B
Spinny Chair
Sit in an active, spinning desk chair or a balanced wobble stool where you can shift and bounce.
How do you sit to get things done? Walk to your side!
CLASH 04 / 10 Story Format
SIDE A
Graphic Novels
Read a detailed graphic novel with amazing artwork, rich visual panels, and short captions.
SIDE B
Audiobooks
Listen to a fast-paced audiobook narrated by a spectacular voice actor with sound effects.
How do you prefer to absorb stories? Walk to your side!
CLASH 05 / 10 Sharing Ideas
SIDE A
The Tactical Map
Corner Clash Student Worksheet
First Day Mission Profile
MY VIBE CHECK
Student Sheet
Student Name
Date
Class Period
Corner Clash Quick Log
As we go through each clash, check the box of the option you chose! This helps us find your ultimate classroom profile.
01. Space Vibe: [A] Fort [B] Lab
06. Writing: [A] Keys [B] Pen
02. Sound Vibe: [A] Silent [B] Loud
07. Social: [A] Group [B] Solo
03. Seating: [A] Soft [B] Active
08. Stress: [A] Active [B] Calm
04. Reading: [A] Graphic [B] Audio
09. Support: [A] Private [B] Public
05. Briefing: [A] Map [B] Speech
10. Routine: [A] Strict [B] Surprise
My Learning & Focus Profile
1. Look at your Environment and Seating choices (Clashes 1, 2, and 3). Describe your ideal classroom setup that keeps you focused and alert. Do you need quiet and dim lights, or some moving/bouncing room?
2. Look at how you like to take in information and share ideas (Clashes 4, 5, and 6). Do you prefer reading graphic organizers/typing, or listening/presenting orally? Explain what works best for you and why.
3. If you are ever feeling overwhelmed, tired, or frustrated during school, what is one thing a teacher can do or let you do that helps you hit the reset button and get back on track?
Teacher Secret: Your teachers will use this profile to help design the classroom around you! Student Handout
