Imagine 31 different newspaper headlines to go with one newspaper photo! This activity helps children develop flexible thinking by looking deeply at a photo and going beyond the obvious explanations for what is happening in the picture.

• Newspaper headline photo(s)
• Blank paper to write out headlines

This activity can be completed all in one sitting or children can write one headline each day for a month.

1. Look at the newspaper headline photo. Imagine the first and most obvious news story for that particular image.
2. Write down a catchy newspaper headline that could go with the photo.
3. Try to look at the photo in many different ways. Write 30 more catchy newspaper headlines for the photo—write a unique headline for each one.

This activity works best if the newspaper headline photo is open to a lot of different interpretations. Try to find a photo that allows for flexibility.

Try this activity variation: Play “A Week of Headlines.” Imagine seven different headlines instead of 31. This version works well as a warm-up or if time is limited. It’s also a good option for younger players.