Economic Systems Game (Engaging and Memorable Rock, Paper, Scissors Game)

The Economic Systems Game is an engaging rock, paper, scissors activity that creates a classroom economy using provided "class bucks". Students attempt to "get rich" by playing against classmates. This memorable simulation demonstrates in a simplistic way how different economic systems operate and affect human behavior.\n\nThe game introduces and provides context about capitalism, socialism, and communism. Common critiques of each system are included as well. The non-partisan game and slides do not show preference towards any one type of system. \n\nThis routine highlight of the school year comes with class slides, printable "class bucks", and a teacher guide. It is designed to spark thorough discussions about how economic systems can impact government, politics, culture, and more.