But What If They Had… a Social Studies, Social Skills Card Game

120 discussion cards for large or small groups that combine history with interpersonal skills.

But What If They Had... is a card-based activity for junior high and high school students that recalls major events, people, and inventions in world history and assesses the social skills, character traits, and feelings of individuals living in those times.

Many students can benefit from these frank discussions of life skills, peer relation issues, character education traits, manners and politeness, and related topics. This activity adds a more human and personal element to historical events that helps students connect with the past while reminding them of the importance of mastering these life skills.