About Game Factory
The Game Factory helps to change the student, teacher relationship from one based on control and compliance to one based on guidance and self-determination.
To achieve this we offer schools a program of physically interactive games that has been formally evaluated and proven in schools throughout Australia.
Wilson McCaskill from The Game Factory will present work on PROSOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
After working for many years at his drama school in Perth, Western Australia, Wilson McCaskill recognised the declining social and emotional competencies of children. To combat the problem he established The Game Factory program of physically interactive games in 1990, for use in primary schools.
As teachers wanted a tool that was easy to implement and sustain and didn’t require extensive training to use, the program quickly became a success, with schools reporting positive changes to individual and collective student behaviour.
The formally evaluated and proven effectiveness of the program in W.A. prompted Wilson to make it available to the other states of Australia in 2000.
The popularity of the program means that Wilson and his wife Julie spend the majority of their time travelling extensively throughout Australia to in-service teachers in both public and private schools.
JULIE MCCASKILL
As Director/Administrator, Julie McCaskill has steered the rapid and exciting growth of The Game Factory throughout Australia.
Working hand in hand with her husband Wilson, Julie’s meticulous note taking and keen observations over countless workshops with teachers, and games sessions with students, have been instrumental in the production of The Game Factory’s resources and program.
Responsible for the daily running of The Game Factory as well as the planning of it’s hectic and extensive schedule of workshops and seminars, Julie still finds the time to assist Wilson in the ongoing demands of resource and company development.
Her past life as an acting school administrator and stage performer, make Julie a firm advocate of the power of play to enhance, shape and change the lives of children.
GAMES FOR GROWING:
A ninety minute workshop filled with physically interactive games and strategies for the development of pro social behaviour and self management in primary school children. Energizing and enjoyable for all educators, the workshop is realistic, relevant and practical.
Games help children to habituate patterns of behaviour that are socially effective and culturally appropriate. The Game Factory program of games has been developed by Wilson McCaskill from direct involvement with children in primary schools throughout Australia.
Popular with teachers because of its simple direct approach towards empowering children, the program integrates easily into the daily business of school and improves the well being of teacher and student alike.
Products and Resources
Publications
The games in this manual have all been tested in hundreds of schools throughout Australia. The manual is very practical, a how-to written in quick easy language that can be applied immediately…. More »
Every game, no matter how simple, is a structure by which children learn about themselves and others…. More »
Rhythm games are a fun way of helping your students get comfortable with themselves and their classmates. The games require no equipment, little space and can be played indoors or outdoors…. More »
(Written for parents & teachers)
Easy to read, this book is not an academic thesis, but a practical guide for concerned parents and teachers with little time and much to do…. More »
By Wisdom Not By Force (Consilio Non Impetu)
An uplifting book of words to help guide teachers, parents
and children along the pathway of life and learning… More »
Social & Emotional Learning Activity Pack
Employing literacy and numeracy skills, these activities improve educational outcomes while simultaneously advancing social competency and emotional well-being. … More »
A wonderful way to display The Game Factory’s most valued belief to “Treat others as you would like them to treat you.”
Magnets are 140mm x 90mm and come in packs of 6. More »
DVDs
Includes 2 copies of each book
8 books in total
The PLAY IS THE WAY DVD kit offers teachers on going professional development with the added benefit of being able to replay an entire game, repeat an insightful remark or pause at a moment… More »
(no books included)
The PLAY IS THE WAY DVD kit offers teachers on going professional development with the added benefit of being able to replay an entire game, repeat an insightful remark or pause at a moment of special interest…. More »
