Description
WWII History Math Simulation: Conquer procrastination, learn about rations, then grow Victory Gardens in this no-prep activity! Perfect for middle & high school students, this resource offers easy-to-use slides that teach about Victory Gardens during World War II in Great Britain and the United States.
Use it for
- A history lesson about WWII
- A study skills simulation on overcoming procrastination
- A math lesson to solve word problems in real-life scenarios (no calculators allowed for simple arithmetic practice with some decimals OR use calculators for a history or procrastination focus.
It requires minimal preparation—just read, print, gather dice and calculators, and you’re ready to go!
The simulation allows middle and high school students to experience the effects of procrastination as they try to grow their own Victory Garden in the midst of rationing shortages during WWII. Debrief questions are included. It’s a fun and effective way to practice math, learn history, and develop study skills in 40-60 minutes. This was a favorite in our class!