Board Gaming & Trains! Social Studies Curriculum For Middle & High School
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Are you looking for an easy, fun, and educational S.S. unit? Join Jennifer Deshaies, M.i.T, M.A., N.B.C.T. as she presents how to teach this five-day+ curriculum to Middle and High School students.
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Utilizing the board game, The Last Spike, primary source materials, and short readings, this curriculum assists students in identifying the impact of the Transcontinental Railroads construction on migration, immigration, and commerce. This lesson plan meets 7 National Council for Social Studies (N.C.S.S.) standards. It is easily accessible and utilizes geography, history, strategy, economics, critical thinking, and fun gameplay. Attendees will receive a free copy of the curriculum guide with Student Handouts, Primary Source Documents, Post Assessment Questions, and Essay options. Drawing will be held for a free copy of the Last Spike to take home.
Craving a grounded fantasy adventure? Explore HarnWorld, a detailed setting compatible with any RPG system. Attendees receive a free castle booklet & map to jumpstart your campaign!
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HarnWorlds universal compatibility and unmatched depth make it the perfect place to unleash your next epic campaign. Established in 1983, it's the gold standard for realistic fantasy. Join our experts Brent Bailey and Marc Renouf to learn how to pick one of our many kingdoms to suit your interests. They'll also guide you through the unique aspects of running a HarnWorld campaign. Free handouts to attendees.
Ahoy mateys! Set sail with Game Master, Cal Stengel, on a Harn World adventure! Join the crew of the ever-intrepid Flying Seahorse takes on their Biggest Adventure yet in the Port of Tarkain.
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Created by Columbia Games, HarnWorld is a rich fantasy setting with a detailed history and geography. It leans towards a more realistic feel compared to high-magic settings. The Pilot's Gamble scenario is specifically designed for HarnWorld and focuses on maritime campaigns. This event will equip players and Game Masters with the rules and information needed to run seafaring adventures.
Dwarves Drowned, Elves Ambushed, Mountains Moved, Bridges Burnt, Cities Sacked, Virgins Sacrificed; Learn to play in 15 minutes, Fun for the entire family.
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Wizard Kings is an exciting fantasy battle game with armies of elves, dwarves, orcs, undead, and three human armies (feudal, barbarian, amazon). Players customize their armies and fight for control of strategic cities and terrain on geomorphic maps.