How Can Vector Math Be Fun and Engaging for Students?

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I need to do a basic review of the general vector concepts like cross and dot product, projections, there applications like work and torque, and volume of a parallelogram and all the basic properties of vectors. Basically I need to present the topic to the class and make my presentation entertaing and I have to engage the class or get the students involved in some way. I barely have any ideas, all i want to do is go up and talk but i need some kind of activity for the students... any suggestions??
 
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