The Great Depression, Collapse of the American Banking System for Kids and Teachers

These are classroom activities and project ideas for kids and teachers to use in your unit study of the Great Depression. These projects and activities can be adjusted for any grade. We hope you'll find some ideas you can use.

Classroom Activity: Whatdunnit? The Great Depression Mystery

Two Simulations: Bank Panic; What really caused the Great Depression

Simulation: The Great Depression, Family Choices

Group Activity Simulation: Great Depression Budget Plan Activity

Classroom Project: Working in groups, Life in the Great Depression (Orchard Park High School)

Project Simulation: Life During the Great Depression

Classroom Activity: Depression Game

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