Dive into the Gilded Age with a hands-on simulation where students represent industries like railroads, steel, and oil.
What’s Covered
They’ll compete to sell products for the most profit, making ethical decisions. As regulations are introduced, they’ll adapt their strategies, learning about monopolies and trusts. To make it more interactive, students can play a life-size version of Catan, experiencing the competition and strategy of big business on a grand scale.
Educational Standards
Applicable Standards:
- SS 4.2, 4.4
- SS 5.2, 5.8
- SS 8.12, 8.8
- SS 10.4
- SS 11.2