🌀 Wonderland Retrospective: “Follow the White Rabbit”
Step into a whimsical retrospective inspired by Alice in Wonderland, where reflection meets imagination. This template helps teams explore their last sprint through creative metaphors, making conversations more engaging, open, and memorable.
Instead of standard retro questions, participants reflect using familiar characters and scenes from Wonderland — from chaotic “Mad Tea Parties” to missed opportunities like the “White Rabbit.”
This format encourages psychological safety, storytelling, and deeper insights while keeping the session fun and visually engaging.
✨ Icebreaker
♠️ Who did you relate to most during the last sprint?
At the beginning of the session, each participant chooses a character from Alice in Wonderland based on the descriptions provided on the cards.
They briefly explain:
This helps warm up the group, encourages openness, and sets a reflective tone for the session.
🧩 Retrospective Sections
😸 Where did we smile like the Cheshire Cat?
What brought joy, pride, or positive outcomes?
🎩 What felt like a Mad Tea Party?
Where was there chaos, confusion, or lack of clarity?
⏳ What slipped away like the White Rabbit?
What was missed, overlooked, or lost?
👑 What deserves to be “beheaded”?
What isn’t working and should be stopped or rethought?
🍰 What helped us grow (like Alice)?
What supported improvement, learning, or success?
📜 Action Items (Next Sprint)
Turn insights into clear, actionable steps.
🚀 How to Use (Short Instructions)
Icebreaker (5–7 min)
Each participant chooses a character and shares why it reflects their sprint experience.
Set the scene (2–3 min)
Briefly introduce the Wonderland theme and explain each section.
Individual reflection (5–10 min)
Team members add sticky notes to each area.
Group discussion (15–25 min)
Go section by section, discuss key points, and cluster similar ideas.
Prioritize insights (5–10 min)
Identify the most important topics to address.
Define actions (10 min)
Add clear, actionable items in the “Next Sprint” section.
Wrap up (2–3 min)
Summarize key takeaways and agree on ownership.
💡 Tips
Encourage storytelling, not just bullet points
Let people choose sections they resonate with most
Don’t rush — this format works best with open discussion
Keep it light, but ensure actions are concrete
