Child Life Champions
What is the primary goal of a child life specialist?
To help children and families cope with hospitalization through play, preparation, and education
What material is often used in art therapy to promote sensory regulation?
Clay or paint
What is the primary instrument many music therapists use for bedside sessions in hospitals?
Guitar
What year was the first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade held?
1924
Who on the team is most likely to show up with a festive coffee or seasonal drink?
Jonathan
What’s the term for explaining a medical procedure to a child using age-appropriate materials?
Preparation
What’s one benefit of art therapy for patients?
Emotional expression, stress relief, or self-discovery
What’s one benefit of live music over recorded music in sessions?
Flexibility to adjust tempo, volume, or lyrics to match patient needs
Which U.S. state consumes the most turkey per person on Thanksgiving?
Minnesota (also the top turkey-producing state)
Who on the team is most likely to bring the best snack or dessert?
Amy
What type of play helps children express feelings and gain a sense of control in the hospital?
Therapeutic or medical play
What’s the term for when a patient’s artwork reflects their inner emotions?
Projection
What is the term for matching a patient’s mood with music and gradually shifting it to another mood?
The Iso Principle
What famous department store briefly replaced live animals from the Central Park Zoo with giant balloons in their parade starting in 1927?
Macy’s
If our team had a mascot, what would it be and why?
(Creative open-ended; best answer wins!)
What is a common tool Child Life uses to normalize the hospital environment?
Playroom activities, special events, or toys
Which famous artist cut off his own ear and is sometimes referenced in discussions about art and mental health?
Vincent van Gogh
What musical element can help regulate breathing and heart rate?
Rhythm or tempo
In what year did the first official televised Thanksgiving NFL football game air?
1934 (Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears)
What’s one thing our team is collectively thankful for this year?
(Open-ended — team consensus)
What’s one way Child Life collaborates with Expressive Therapies?
Co-treatments, emotional support, or creative coping activities
What’s one way art therapy supports nonverbal patients?
Provides a visual language for self-expression
What’s one way music therapy supports family-centered care in the hospital?
Involving families in music-making for bonding, memory-making, or comfort
What’s the most popular Thanksgiving side dish in America?
Mashed potatoes (or stuffing — accept either!)
Describe our team as a Thanksgiving dish (and explain why).
(Open-ended; creativity points!)