The Boat-Making Game is a fun and interactive simulation where learners 'manufacture' paper boats. Succeed, learners must apply knowledge of business functions, income and expenses, teamwork, and decision-making.

The Boat-Making Game is an interactive simulation where learners form small businesses to manufacture and sell paper boats. The goal is to apply business knowledge and make decisions in a simulated environment.

The activity aims to help you:

• Understand how different business functions (like production, sales, marketing, finance) work together.
• Apply concepts of income, expenses, and profit.
• Develop teamwork and decision-making skills.
• Experience risk and real-life business challenges.

Your teacher will divide the class into teams of at least four learners. Each team acts as a small business. Suggested roles include:

• General Manager: Oversees the entire operation.
• Production Worker(s): Makes the paper boats.
• Salesperson: Sells the boats.
• Record Keeper: Manages financial records (income, expenses).
• Marketing Manager: Promotes the boats.
• Public Relations Officer: Manages external communication. Roles can be combined if needed.

For the game, you will need:

• Scrap paper or A4 paper for making boats.
• Play money (or written amounts) for transactions.
• Scissors (optional, for boat design).
• A timer or bell to manage the 30-40 minute period.
• A board or flipchart for tracking progress or rules.

Focus on collaboration within your team, strategic decision-making regarding production and sales, and accurate record-keeping to maximize your business's profit.