The next day brought new challenges for the kids. They were excited to see what new tests awaited them, especially since they would use a hologram system to make the scenarios feel real.
"Good morning, everyone!" I said with a smile and Kame.
"Good Morning Teacher Lycca! and Teacher Kame!"
"Are you excited for the next scenarios?!" I asked
"YES!" Wow! they are excited.
"Today, we have new scenarios. Yesterday, we worked on getting supplies and escaping tight spots. Today, we'll focus on different survival skills using our hologram system."
The kids were curious. The hologram system made the training feel real, helping them learn better. I explained the day's plan, reminding them to think quickly, work together, and be ready for anything.
"For our first scenario," I explained, "we'll practice crossing a river. Imagine you need to cross a river with strong currents and have limited materials. Your goal is to cross safely without losing any supplies.Only four members per group "
The first group, Azriel, BJ, Roseanne, and Thame, stepped up. The hologram system showed a river with fast-moving water and rocks. The kids could hear the water and feel the breeze, making it seem real.
Azriel looked around and said, "We need to use the materials wisely." They decided to tie logs together to make a raft.
BJ and Roseanne helped tie the logs, while Thame figured out how to balance the supplies on the raft. The water's speed increased in the hologram, making it harder. They talked to each other to make sure everyone knew what to do.
As they moved the raft into the water, strange shapes appeared under the surface. The kids were startled as zombies started coming out of the water, reaching for them.
"Zombies in the water!" Azriel shouted. They didn't expect this and panicked a bit. The raft wobbled, and BJ almost fell in but caught herself just in time.
They managed to push away the zombies, but they lost focus. The raft hit a rock, and they dropped some supplies into the water. The zombies had surprised them, and they couldn't finish the scenario successfully.
When the simulation ended, the hologram disappeared. The room was quiet, and the kids looked disappointed. They hadn't expected zombies in the water.
"It's okay," I said. "This was a tough challenge, and the zombies surprised you. The important thing is to learn from it."
Kame, another instructor, added, "In survival situations, you must always be ready for surprises. Zombies can be anywhere, even in the water. Don't let your guard down, and always watch your surroundings."
The kids nodded, understanding their mistake. They realized they had thought the river was only about crossing it, not about other dangers like zombies.
Next, The group this time was Zach, Reed, Nel, and Liza. They were nervous but excited, ready to face whatever the hologram system threw at them.
The scene shifted, and suddenly, they were in a small garage-like area with a cart and various items scattered around. The sound of zombies approaching made the situation feel real and urgent.
Kame, standing beside me, explained the task to them. "You need to find a way to get out of here using the cart and the items around you. The zombies are getting closer, so you have to act quickly and work together."
Zach quickly took the lead. "Reed, check the cart. Nel, find something we can use to push it. Liza, keep an eye out for zombies."
Reed looked at the cart. "The wheels are fine, but we need something to make it move," he said. Nel found some long poles and fabric, thinking they could use them somehow.
Liza, standing near the entrance, called out, "I hear the zombies! They're coming!"
Zach thought fast. "Let's use the poles to push the cart. Nel, can you tie the fabric around the poles to make handles?"
Nel did as Zach suggested, tying the fabric around the poles to give them a better grip. They quickly set up the poles behind the cart. "We can push from here, and Liza can steer," Reed suggested.
Liza joined them, ready to help steer the cart. "The zombies are almost here!" she warned.
They started pushing the cart, using the poles as levers. The cart moved slowly at first, but they picked up speed, pushing harder. The sound of zombies got louder, pushing them to move faster. They reached the exit just as zombie holograms appeared, trying to grab them.
Once they were out of the garage and safe, the hologram scene disappeared.
Kame and I went over to them, smiling. "Great job, everyone," I said. "You figured out how to work together and use what you had to escape. What did you learn from this challenge?"
Reed was the first to speak, still catching his breath. "We learned that you don't always need fancy tools. Sometimes, simple things work best."
Nel nodded. "Yeah, we had to think about how to use what we found in the best way."
Liza, who had kept watch, added, "It was important to know where the zombies were so we could stay safe and work quickly."
Zach agreed, "Communication was key. We had to make sure everyone knew what to do, especially when we were pushing the cart."
Kame nodded in agreement. "This exercise was designed to teach you how to think on your feet and work as a team under pressure. You all did a great job. Remember, in real situations, staying calm and making the most of what you have is crucial."
As the kids murmured among themselves and each group tried out the two scenarios, I noticed that Thame and Azriel were still not getting along. I sighed.
"Should we try a scenario for two?" Kame suggested, smiling at me.
"That might help them get along," he added.
I nodded thoughtfully, considering Kame's suggestion. "It's worth a try. Pairing them up might help them learn to communicate better and understand each other's strengths."
Kame smiled. "Exactly. It could also help them build trust. In situations like these, having trust in your teammates is just as important as the skills you bring."
I glanced over at Thame and Azriel, who were standing a bit apart from the others, still clearly uneasy around each other. "Let's set up a scenario that challenges them to rely on one another," I said. "Something that forces them to communicate and work together closely."