This collection of duck activities has a strong fun element, however, we do not want it to sound like it is all just fun. There is, in fact, a wealth of solid theory that forms the basis of why we developed this stream of uses for six bricks in business and learning environments. The idea of using playful methods for a range of purposes to generate innovative thinking is not new. For centuries, people have used artifacts like totems and puppets to tell stories and share information, beliefs, and knowledge. We also know that many facilitators and trainers are using tools such as design thinking and agile methodologies where prototyping and games play an important role in the processes of thinking and creating. Whatever your goal, using 3D models is a great facilitation tool. It allows you to lead people through a process where they are able to examine their inside world and relate these lessons to their work environment. These insights then lead to opportunities for further exploration and discovery and ultimately, more productive and effective communication.

Jacqueline Lloyd Smith is the founder of Strategic Play Global. She has been a registered Art Therapist since 1991. In 2000, she earned an MA in Conflict Analysis and Management; and in 2006, she completed an MBA in Executive Management. She earned both degrees from Royal Roads University in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. In November 2006, she received the Ted Wilson Memorial Award for Lifelong Learning from Royal Roads University. In 2007, she received the partner business growth award from the LEGO® Systems Group in Denmark. She has been a certified Canadian Management Consultant since 2009; also that year, she was appointed to the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® methods training board. She is a fellow with the Royal Society for the Arts after being nominated by her peers in 2010. Jacqueline has written and published a number of books for her series The Creative Facilitator's Guide.