For Years 8 & 9
The Real Game delivers personal development and can be used across PSHE, Citizenship and CEG. It can be used for subject areas, at careers events and enrichment programmes and also cross curricular where timetable allocation is limited. The game supports the transition from KS3 to KS4.
In the Real Game, students role-play as single adults in occupational roles. They see how schoolwork relates to occupational choices and therefore to lifestyle and income. Within their job-role, students have the opportunity to explore adult realities, such as budgeting (taxes, mortgage or rent, other bills and transport), work life balance, different work and family roles and career making decisions.
The game is designed to:
- Promote effective learning in the areas of careers, citizenship and PSHE;
- Provide opportunities for links to other curriculum areas;
- Provide links between the school and the wider community; and
- Illustrate the importance of adaptability and introduce the concept of transferable skills.
The job profiles included in the game reflect a broad range of employment opportunities and demonstrate that not all jobs are created equally and in the real world some people are stuck in jobs they do not like. Students learn that if they plan ahead and make the most of their school years they may avoid this eventuality. By the end of the Real Game, students realise that satisfaction in work is a priority issue in life and that it is an outcome that they can achieve by making the choices that are right for them.
Products available in hard copy:
- The game; the complete facilitators kit (out of print). New electronic version available after Easter.
- A Welsh version of the game is available
- A support pack of additional materials comprising the spin game and Q&A and Chance cards (£10)
- Student folders; a colourful way of keeping students work together (£15 for pack of 10)
- Student posters; a fun way to present budget outcomes and compare results (£5 for pack of 20)
Products to download
- Curriculum teaching guides
- Case studies
- Real Game Information Sheet (pdf)
- Real Game Flow Chart (pdf)
Site Map
The Real Game • 1 Andrews Court • Andrews Way • Barrow-in-Furness • LA14
2UE
tel 01229 814840 • fax 01229 814859 • www.realgame.co.uk • info@prospects-sales.co.uk