Episode 05 How Geese Flying in a V Formation can teach us about Teamwork!

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This episode teaches how Geese flying in a V Formation creates Teamwork!

1. Teamwork: By flying together in a V formation, the flock, scientists estimate, can fly about 70 percent farther with the same energy than if they flew alone. This is because each goose provides additional lift and reduces air resistance for the goose flying behind them. When everyone works together they too can arrive at their destination quicker and easier because everyone is contributing.
2. Effort: When a goose decides to drop out of the line, it discovers that it requires more effort to fly. This happens because the goose loses its advantage of the lifting power that comes from flying together. You may experience members of your team falling behind and going on their own. They quickly find out that it is more fun to be on a team. 
3. Leadership: Each goose will be asked to take their turn in the front of the formation and lead the others. Each goose, like our team members, has an opportunity to step up and lead. Everyone has the opportunity to be a leader on the team given the chance. 
4. Communication: The geese honk while they are flying to encourage each other along the way. They keep their lines of communication open so everyone knows the outcome.