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World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation
World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation
World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation
World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation
World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation
World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation
World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation
World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation
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"My students LOVED this! They were SO into it! The rigor and value of the learning in this resource is amazing! It really allowed students to see how difficult it was to break the different codes being used during the war!"
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Heather D.
"My students had so much fun doing this simulation. It has depth and takes a bit of time to do, but they enjoyed all of it. Even students who generally don't engage in more complex activities liked it. "
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Susan B.

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World War 2 Simulation: Code Talkers

History can be difficult for students to understand and experience. Simulations help students put themselves in the past, learning about history in an authentically engaging way. Students love simulations because they don't know what the final outcome will be. It's an exciting learning experience!

Want to try a FREE simulation? You can download my free World War 2 Battle of Iwo Jima simulation to get a closer look!

This minimal prep simulation puts students in the role of a World War 2 code talker. Students will learn how to encrypt messages, decode messages, & decode the enemy's message. This resource is aligned to my World War 2 Unit Bundle.

This World War 2 simulation includes:

★ 36 soldier ID cards
★ 20 Allied message cards
★ 20 Axis message cards
★ encrypted message template
★ cipher disc template
★ Europe map
★ Pacific map
★ student simulation recording page
★ teacher instructions page
★ extension task page

The cards have a colored background to differentiate between the different types. However, if you prefer to save color ink, I have included black line versions, and you can print onto colored paper. The only item you need besides what is included in this resource is one die. That's it! Everything else you need is right here!

Students will encrypt messages for a partner to decipher. For each correctly decoded message, the pair of students will color in a map. However, the message might be intercepted by another pair. If this happens and the opposing pair decode the message, that pair of students color in their map. Students want to color in as many places on their own maps as possible to win the game. There are two different sets included: Europe and the Pacific. Students can play two rounds using completely different messages and maps. Students can go through this simulation multiple times and have a different outcome each time!

My students LOVE simulations! Not only are they engaging and fun, but students are also LEARNING more about the topic.

This simulation is included in my World War 2 Curriculum Unit. If you are looking for comprehensive curriculum, be sure to check it out.

++++++++++++++++SIMULATIONS Available++++++++++++++++
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World War 2: Code Talkers

World War 2: Battle of Iwo Jima FREE

©Heather LeBlanc, LLC
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World War 2 Simulation Activity, Code Talkers Simulation

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6th - 10th
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Teaching Duration
2 days

What others say

"My students LOVED this! They were SO into it! The rigor and value of the learning in this resource is amazing! It really allowed students to see how difficult it was to break the different codes being used during the war!"
star
Heather D.
"My students had so much fun doing this simulation. It has depth and takes a bit of time to do, but they enjoyed all of it. Even students who generally don't engage in more complex activities liked it. "
star
Susan B.

Description

World War 2 Simulation: Code Talkers

History can be difficult for students to understand and experience. Simulations help students put themselves in the past, learning about history in an authentically engaging way. Students love simulations because they don't know what the final outcome will be. It's an exciting learning experience!

Want to try a FREE simulation? You can download my free World War 2 Battle of Iwo Jima simulation to get a closer look!

This minimal prep simulation puts students in the role of a World War 2 code talker. Students will learn how to encrypt messages, decode messages, & decode the enemy's message. This resource is aligned to my World War 2 Unit Bundle.

This World War 2 simulation includes:

★ 36 soldier ID cards
★ 20 Allied message cards
★ 20 Axis message cards
★ encrypted message template
★ cipher disc template
★ Europe map
★ Pacific map
★ student simulation recording page
★ teacher instructions page
★ extension task page

The cards have a colored background to differentiate between the different types. However, if you prefer to save color ink, I have included black line versions, and you can print onto colored paper. The only item you need besides what is included in this resource is one die. That's it! Everything else you need is right here!

Students will encrypt messages for a partner to decipher. For each correctly decoded message, the pair of students will color in a map. However, the message might be intercepted by another pair. If this happens and the opposing pair decode the message, that pair of students color in their map. Students want to color in as many places on their own maps as possible to win the game. There are two different sets included: Europe and the Pacific. Students can play two rounds using completely different messages and maps. Students can go through this simulation multiple times and have a different outcome each time!

My students LOVE simulations! Not only are they engaging and fun, but students are also LEARNING more about the topic.

This simulation is included in my World War 2 Curriculum Unit. If you are looking for comprehensive curriculum, be sure to check it out.

++++++++++++++++SIMULATIONS Available++++++++++++++++
Colonial America: A New Life in Plymouth

American Revolution: No More Taxes!

Constitution & a New Nation: Lewis and Clark Expedition

Age of Jackson & Sectionalism: California Gold Rush

Civil War: Tour of Duty

Gilded Age: Life of a Factory Worker

World War 1: A Soldier's Life in the Trenches

Roaring '20s & Great Depression: Life of a Farmer

World War 2: Code Talkers

World War 2: Battle of Iwo Jima FREE

©Heather LeBlanc, LLC
Brainy Apples

Report this resource to TPT
Reported resources will be reviewed by our team. Report this resource to let us know if this resource violates TPT's content guidelines.

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Amazing and rigorous resource!
Rated 5 out of 5
February 12, 2026
Met expectations
Great value
Standards-aligned
My students LOVED this! They were SO into it! The rigor and value of the learning in this resource is amazing! It really allowed students to see how difficult it was to break the different codes being used during the war!
Heather D.
24 reviews
Grades taught: 7th
A Fun Simulation
Rated 5 out of 5
August 4, 2025
Met expectations
Great value
Standards-aligned
My students had so much fun doing this simulation. It has depth and takes a bit of time to do, but they enjoyed all of it. Even students who generally don't engage in more complex activities liked it.
Susan B.
293 reviews • Maine
Grades taught: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Rated 2 out of 5
May 22, 2025
I downloaded the activity and have high hopes- it looks really fun, however I am unclear of how to have kids come up with codes for the messages as there is no key.
Olivia C.
1 review
Grades taught: 6th
Student populations: Learning difficulties
Rated 5 out of 5
April 10, 2025
My students loved this activity. It was a fun way to demonstrate what we had learned about and it was engaging the entire time. I will use this every year.
Katie T.
7 reviews
Grades taught: 9th
Rated 5 out of 5
April 10, 2025
This was great to use with my students to help them really get a better grasp on the content
Kaitlyn W.
197 reviews
Grades taught: 10th
Rated 5 out of 5
March 12, 2025
Loved this resource. I was able to let my students be very hands-on with material we had been covering.
Bard & Binder
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85 reviews
Grades taught: 11th
Rated 5 out of 5
October 3, 2024
The students enjoyed doing this simulation. They always enjoy doing simulations by Heather LeBlanc.
Julie A.
309 reviews
Grades taught: 5th
Rated 5 out of 5
July 23, 2024
My students loved the simulation. They were challenged and loved it so much we did it twice!!
Troy Webb
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739 reviews
Grades taught: 8th

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