Using word cards for active learning

Have words of a phrase or sentence on pieces of card
Leave sets on the table when class comes in
They have to take a word card each and physically form themselves into the phrase
Good for revision and for getting started as soon as they come in. Points could be fiven to the quickest table etc

This is also very good for showing patterns eg question forms

Can be made easier if more than one word is on the card eg
une pomme rather than une pomme

Or give each member a card as they come in
Teacher says a sentence in French and they have to run to the front to form a sentence. Can make it harder by saying the sentence in English.