Six-Word Memoir

How to play Six-Word Memoir

1. 1

   Give players two minutes to write six words about themselves.

2. 2

   Invite each person to read the six words.

3. 3

   Ask one follow-up question about a word they chose.

Example prompts for Six-Word Memoir

• Write your story in exactly six words.
• Describe your weekend in exactly six words.
• Describe your dream day in exactly six words.

Make it a good round

Show a playful example first so it does not feel like a writing test.