Getting teens interested in socializing is easy, when you plan some zany and fun ice breaker games to help break the ice between the guests. This is the way for you to get your party atmosphere revved up into high gear. Besides, who doesn't want to win a few prizes and enjoy a moment in the spotlight in front of their friends?

TREASURE HUNT IDEAS

Treasure hunts are one of the best ice breaker games for any party, and this activity is enjoyed by people of all ages. Separate teens into teams and provide them with a hand-drawn map to follow, along with a list of clues to give additional hints. As the treasure hunters work together to find the treasure, they lose a lot of their shyness, normal inhibitions, and get into the party spirit.

SCAVENGER HUNTS

Arrange a scavenger hunt and provide each team with a list of certain objects they have to collect or photograph. You can limit the search to your yard, neighborhood, or take the party out to a park for a real, no-limits scavenging adventure. Think outside the box and create hunts at unusual locations like a mall or graveyard.

AN ICY DELIGHT

Place containers of ice cubes in game area. Everyone grabs a cube and tries to melt it without using their mouth. Whoever melts their cube first wins. You'll soon discover who the brave souls are, as they withstand the freezing ice against their bodies.

ALLITERATION

Everyone stands in a circle and comes up with an adjective using alliteration with the first letter of their name, e.g., Lighthearted Lilly or Marvelous Marv. After everyone has a turn, have them come up with two alliterations, like Lovely, Lighthearted Lilly or Mighty, Marvelous Marv. If someone gets stumped, everyone pitches in to come up with additional alliterations.

There are many other great icebreaker games you can use at your next party. Twister is still popular and charades, a well-known party game can be tailored to suit any group or gathering.

There are many different ice breaker games to select from, and you can easily create your own original games, or personalize long-time favorites. Just relax and remember, the goal is for everyone to have fun, and don't over complicate the rules. If you select a variety of great activities, your party will be the toast of the town!