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What can we use if we don't have props, paper, or a way to post on DIY.org?

If you don't have props or paper, use pillows, boxes, scarves, or costume items from the closet and write the scene on a phone note or record the performance on a phone instead of uploading to DIY.org.

What should we do if rehearsals feel chaotic or kids lose focus during the 60‑second warm-ups or scene practice?

Have the chosen director use a visible timer, shorten each 60‑second warm‑up to 30 seconds, give clear character assignments before rehearsing the scene twice, and add a quick energizing game to refocus the group.

How can we adapt the activity for much younger children or older teens?

For younger children use a 20–30 second scene, simpler roles, and reduce the 'Yes And' improv to one minute, while older teens can expand the 1–2 minute scene, add character backstories, and extend the improv to five minutes.

How can we make the final showcase more special or personalized?

Personalize the short showcase by creating simple costumes from scarves, making a cardboard poster as a pretend stage sign, adding a lamp for lighting, recording the performance on a phone, and asking family to give 'I liked...' and 'I wonder...' feedback before sharing.