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Mystery Card Grid
Deal a set of face-down cards and turn one over to make a pick.
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How to use Mystery Card Grid
Deal the board, then pick any face-down card. The positions give everyone a choice of card while every eligible entry has the same odds.
Each draw runs in your browser. Use Reset to start with a fresh pool. See the quick-start guide for setup and the FAQ for storage and draw rules.
Examples — 10 Real-World Ways to Use This Tool
- A 3×3 Mystery Card IcebreakerNine numbered prompts help people introduce themselves in a training session.9 entries · 1 pick
- Assign Three Reading Passages Without Repeating a ReaderA class has 16 eligible readers and three passages that increase in difficulty. The teacher needs a different reader for each passage.16 entries · 3 picks
- Give Each Team One Entry in a Presenter DrawFive teams have appointed one spokesperson each. The teams want equal chances to present first, even though team sizes differ.5 entries · 1 pick
- Run a No-Repeat Classroom Card DrawA science class needs to cover five review questions once each.5 entries · 5 picks
- Create a Mystery Card Activity for a WorkshopA training workshop has ten numbered role-play scenarios and time to perform two.10 entries · 2 picks
- Use a Small Card Grid for Six ParticipantsSix participants share a touchscreen, and two people need to reveal a card without reaching across the display.6 entries · 2 picks
- Run a Book Club Card Draw With a Pass RuleSix readers are willing to start a discussion, but some may want more time once they see the passage.6 entries · 1 pick
- Reveal Names from a Large Card GridTwenty attendees sign up for two short feedback slots.20 entries · 2 picks
- Use Mystery Cards on a TouchscreenA group uses a shared tablet to choose a numbered reflection prompt.8 entries · 1 pick
- Reset and Replay a Mystery Card SessionTwo classes use the same seven prompt numbers in separate sessions.7 entries · 1 pick
