Making History: The Calm & The Storm
© 2005 Muzzy Lane
Chances are, your high school students are experienced simulation players—adept at titles like Age of Empires, Roller Coaster Tycoon or The Sims. This new history simulation is designed especially for classroom use. The game puts students in charge of either France, Germany, Russia, Great Britain or Italy during the tumultuous years between 1930 and 1950. As leaders of these countries, students must analyze each time period’s scenarios and make decisions as to diplomatic relations, military actions, trade, domestic policies, and so on. Game play is turn-based, and scores are based on the success or failure of decisions. This is a compelling way to explore history, but it is complex and will require a teacher support. It also could be a vehicle for cooperative learning.
$39.99, Windows XP
Teaches: Social Studies, maps, history