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Guard Up | Guardian Adventures @GuardUp

Providing transformative game design since 1999.

Joined February 2009
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Appreciated the article about in WP by @karlaadam about "Fight for America" rpg but wonder why there wasn't a call for accountability for a debrief after such an event? Games like this can cause trauma and are irresponsible. tinyurl.com/2s36n2nx #GameSafety #RoleplayingGames
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When trauma is ignored, recovery stalls. When healing comes first, people thrive. Support our trauma-informed game initiative for Gaza & Ukraine — helping kids & communities recover & rebuild after war. Donate: zeffy.com/en-US/fundraising/…
Plans Made, 2) Aid Delivered, 3) Action Taken, 4) Trauma Untreated, 5) Limited Capacity, 6) Limited Results. Caption reads: "Without addressing trauma, no plan—no matter how well-designed—can succeed."

ALT Plans Made, 2) Aid Delivered, 3) Action Taken, 4) Trauma Untreated, 5) Limited Capacity, 6) Limited Results. Caption reads: "Without addressing trauma, no plan—no matter how well-designed—can succeed."

A graphic of a staircase labeled "When Healing Comes First." Steps show a progression: 1) Plans Made, 2) Aid Delivered, 3) Mental Health Prioritized, 4) Improved Capacity, 5) Stronger Action, 6) Optimized Long Term Results. Caption reads: "When we heal first, everything else becomes possible."

ALT A graphic of a staircase labeled "When Healing Comes First." Steps show a progression: 1) Plans Made, 2) Aid Delivered, 3) Mental Health Prioritized, 4) Improved Capacity, 5) Stronger Action, 6) Optimized Long Term Results. Caption reads: "When we heal first, everything else becomes possible."
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This mesmerizing installment (turn on the audio) is in the Minneapolis Airport. It was created by an Indigenous artist to illustrate oral histories of the local Indigenous people. I love airports that embrace art & education. #education #airportart #NativeArt
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Now THIS is how you create a museum brochure! It’s also an interactive game for all ages. If you haven’t been to the museum of communication in Byrne, Switzerland, then you must make the effort. #Museums #Education #Communication
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The Museum of Communication in Berne, Switzerland is WORTH your time! There are many different interactive exhibits that let you learn about how humans communicate over the centuries. #Museums #Education
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When the goal is to TRY and collide the “particles” in this fun game @CERN Visitor Center. What a great way to learn about High Energy Physics and how the LHC works! #education #physics #LHC
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I’m headed back to @CERN next week to talk to them about more educational adventures. Last time I was given a wonderful tour and one of the activities involved this desktop model of the LHC. I want one! #education #physics
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Learn more about how the motivators of Autonomy, Progress, and Belonging impact the level of immersive experiences and educational value when they are included in LARPs and RPGs. Read more: zurl.co/NIEC #LARP #RPG #Motivation
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Watching the brilliant Meghan of @GuardUp and Scott teach a workshop at #IAAPAExpos on creating festivals for theme parks and attractions! Such an interactive workshop! 💎
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Check out the latest article: The Transformative Power of Games and LARPs in Science Centers and Children’s Museums linkedin.com/pulse/transform… via @LinkedIn

The Transformative Power of Games and LARPs in Science Centers and Children’s Museums

Science centers and children’s museums are on a constant quest to engage and inspire individuals of all ages to be curious and explore the world around them. However, not everyone absorbs information...

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Designing an event for your park, museum, science center, or city? Here are key questions you need to answer before you spend any money: zurl.co/BCdp Also provided is a free comprehensive planning form. #AmusementParks #Museums #ScienceCenters #EventPlanning #IAAPA
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Amusement Park Innovators! 🎢 Elevate your park's guest experience to an entirely new level with Live-Action Role-Playing (LARP) and unveil the potential of transforming your park into dynamic, story-driven adventures for your guests. zurl.co/j1UU #AmusementPark #LARP
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Museums & Science Centers! 🌟 Discover the transformative power of games and Live Action Role-Playing (LARPs) in enhancing your museum or center's educational impact. This article covers how to revolutionize learning: zurl.co/YqBd #STEM #Museums #ScienceCenter
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Teachers: Unlock the mysteries of Particle Physics with "Phantom Physics: Quest for the Hidden Particle" - a FREE educational adventure for teachers to run in their classroom! 30 minute adventure for ages 8-12. zurl.co/n7hS #STEMLearning #ScienceCenters #Curriculum
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Join me at #IAAPA next week as I present how to integrate LARP and games into your park, museum, or science center: Monday 4pm "Shall We Play A Game?" and how to plan an event Thursday 4pm during "Create Your Own Dark Festival Workshop" #AmusementParks #Museums #EventPlanning
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Maximize the impact of education and training with the power of debriefing! Use reflection, review, and discussion to ensure that learning doesn't just stop at the classroom door. Read more about how to debrief in ed: zurl.co/khQV #Education #LearningTransfer
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Discover the magic of EduLARP for transformative learning! Engage students and enhance retention and comprehension. Foster multidisciplinary learning, improve social emotional skills, and encourage creativity. More: zurl.co/w8BH #EduLARP #InteractiveLearning #Teachers
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Unlock the power of games and LARPs in science education! This article covers interactive tools to boost retention and make STEM concepts tangible. Discover how to make learning a dynamic adventure. #STEM #Education #Teachers #EduLARP #EducationalGames zurl.co/9nKX
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🔬 How to Introduce Introduce Higher Level Science to Elementary School Kids: zurl.co/Q7vn Ignite a lifelong passion for science by introducing advanced concepts early! Benefits include enhanced cognitive skills and future preparedness. #Teachers #ScienceEducation
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Free Physics Adventure: Teachers learn how to run Phantom Physics Quest, an interactive 30 minute adventure for ages 8-11 about #ParticlePhysics, made with @CERN materials. Online or in person: tinyurl.com/nhk9epkw #FreeCurriculum #Physics #Education #Teachers #CERN
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