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Elementary economics lectures
Money: Borrow, Earn, Save & Spend - Reading & Social Studies
This no prep informational text focuses on MONEY: borrow, earn, save, and spend. "Elementary Insider" is a fun way to present social studies & science topics in a newspaper format. This resource will help build your students' vocabulary. Questions and worksheets are aligned with CCSS reading standards and social studies standards. Available in Google Slides.Vocabulary: borrow, earn, money, save, & spendPages:1: Google Slides Link2 - 3: Newspaper - Informational Text4: Comprehension Qu
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2nd - 3rd
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Also included in: Informational Text - Social Studies & Science Topics
The Great Depression: PowerPoint and Student Infographic Notes
Condensed lesson summarizing the Great Depression. Topics include: Causes of the Great Depression, Black Tuesday, President Herbert Hoover's Election, Hoovervilles, The Hoover (Boulder) Dam, and the Dust Bowl. Includes editable PowerPoint, coordinating student infographic style note taking sheet, links to optional YouTube video content, and a teacher's answer key.
The contents of this download are for use by the customer only. I ask that teachers not post any part of this file online or on a pu
Grades:
5th - 12th
Government and Economic Systems PowerPoint Slides | Developed vs. Developing
This Government and Economic Systems Lesson includes a full PowerPoint presentation addressing many topics. Six different government systems (democracy, republic, constitutional monarchy, absolute monarchy, dictatorship, communism) are explained and the slides include pictures to help students make connections. Economic systems (market and command) are also addressed, including information about the characteristics of each and how supply and demand works. Also in the presentation is the concept
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5th - 12th
Also included in: Geography Skills PowerPoint Lessons Bundle
The Hunger Games Economics Unit
Use this resource to draw out the rich economic themes in The Hunger Games. The unit includes two parts: 1) economic vocabulary and discussion and 2) a special class activity on the economic concept, "the lawlessness of too many laws."Economic Vocabulary1) Economic vocabulary handouts to enrich the text for students.2) Additional notes about the economic concepts for the teacher to use during class discussion, including specific examples drawn from The Hunger Games and from the real world.3) Com
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5th - 12th
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North Carolina Economics: Entrepreneurs, Past and Present
To help with the NC Essential Standards economics objective on entrepreneurship in North Carolina, Cheryl Gourley has created a 24-slide PowerPoint. Starting with colonial men to present-day go-getters, each slide shows how the entrepreneur created his business and its success today, if applicable. Great for lectures and discussions!
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Grades:
4th - 8th
What is an Economy?
Chapter 13What is an Economy?
13.1 Why Societies Have Economies?
Factors of Production
Labor is the time, energy, and skills of workers.
Land is resources such as water, minerals, and timber.
Capital is anything such as tools, machines, or buildings used to produce goods or services.
System of Distribution
Through a system of distribution, the people who want goods and services receive them.
Consumption is The act of buying or using goods and services.
Through a chain of activities, people c
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
Economics Lesson and Flashcards- lesson, study guide, exam prep, 2023-2024
Become an economist for a day! Learn about goods vs. services, wants vs. needs, human/natural/capital resources, economic specialization, economic interdependence, taxes, income, supply, and demand. Our lessons and flashcards are developed using concepts and information that are universal in nature and applicable to any state in the country. You can even use them to prepare for state mandated exams.Your purchase consists of one downloadable PDF that includes a 65 page lesson, 85 flashcards, 2
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3rd - 4th
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Continents Presentation Bundle
Within this bundle, you can find North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Antarctica, & Australia. The presentations discuss different cultural elements of each continent, major countries, government, imports & exports, major landforms, major bodies of water, climate, how goods are exchanged internationally/locally, McMurdo Station, scarcity, and more. These are designed to inform the students about geographical locations of the continents & their major countries as well a
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Financial Literacy Unit
Financial Literacy Unit
We spend weeks going through the different pieces of this unit. This unit covers all first grade financial literacy standards. There are several picture sorts embedded in this PowerPoint as check for understanding. My students do lots of turn and talk during this unit, demonstrating their understanding of Financial Literacy standards.
For further information about the class jobs, daily expenses, fines, pay, and class store, please email me.
Goods and Services
Producers
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1st - 3rd
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Europe Continent Presentation
This presentation highlights major countries (France, Italy, Germany, Russia, Spain, and United Kingdom), physical features, government, scarcity, imports & exports, and so much more of Europe. There are five standards reviewed within this presentation of the Tennessee State Social Studies standards of 3rd grade. This presentation will enable students to identify major countries of Europe as well as major bodies of water, mountains, seas, and other landforms. A great discussion could be deri
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Latin American Economies
Aligned to the NEW Georgia Standards of Excellence:
SS6E1 – Analyze different economic systems.
a. Compare how traditional, command, and market economies answer the economic questions of 1-what to produce, 2-how to produce, and 3-for whom to produce.
This resource includes:
-Review of types of economic systems
-Note sheet
-Formative Assessment
SUGGESTION: In my classroom, I print the two slides for each country and post them around the room as stations. Since there's only 3 countries (Cuba, M
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Introduction to Economics
Economics can be a hard subject for students to understand, but this product is the perfect resource to introduce your new Economics unit! This product covers the definition of Economics and the 3 main Economic questions (what to produce, how to produce, and for whom to produce), as well as introduces the three main economic systems.All of these materials are already prepared for you...no prep needed! This product includes...Brainstorming Warm-UpSlides NotesStudent Graphic OrganizerReading wit
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: Economics: UNIT BUNDLE!
South America Continent Presentation
This presentation highlights major countries (Brazil, Peru, Colombia & Argentina), physical features, government, scarcity, imports & exports, and so much more of South America. There are five standards reviewed within this presentation of the Tennessee State Social Studies standards of 3rd grade. This presentation will enable students to identify major countries of South America as well as major bodies of water, mountains, rivers, and other landforms. A great discussion could be derived
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Economics Lesson - classroom unit, study guide, state exam prep, 2023-2024
Become an economist for a day! Learn about goods vs. services, wants vs. needs, human/natural/capital resources, economic specialization, economic interdependence, taxes, income, supply, and demand. Your purchase consists of 1 downloadable PDF file consisting of a 65 page lesson, 55 page economics Mix and Match game and 2 bartering posters. The lesson is designed for viewing on a laptop/tablet or to be printed out. The lesson is designed for the parent, tutor, or teacher to guide the child thr
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3rd - 4th
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Types of Economies
Google Slides lecture of the 4 types of economies plus a digital worksheet. In the Slides, as part of an interactive lecture, you will define economics and economic system. Explain the "umbrella" economy types. Slides on each economic type includes description, positives/negatives, and examples. There are also separate slides to give key descriptive words for each economic type that will help them remember (presented in a mental-map format). The worksheet includes a place for them to describe ea
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Grades:
5th - 10th
Basics of our economic system
14.1 The Principles of Our Market Economy
Basics of Our Economic System
Supply and Demand
14.2 The Role of Business in the American Economy
Basics of Our Economic System
Entrepreneurs
Proprietorship
Partnership
Corporation
There are three basic types of business ownership in the United States. What are the two major advantages and disadvantages of each type?
14.3 Labor in the American Economy
Basics of Our Economic System
Labor Unions
Collective Bargaining
Boycott & Strike
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
Our Community Helpers How Government Keeps Us Safe and Helps Our Neighborhoods
"Our Community Helpers: How Government Keeps Us Safe and Helps Our Neighborhoods" is an enlightening and inspiring exploration of the critical role community helpers and government play in ensuring the safety and well-being of our neighborhoods. This descriptive passage delves into the various ways in which government agencies and community helpers work together to create a secure and thriving environment for all residents. "Our Community Helpers: How Government Keeps Us Safe and Helps Our Neigh
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K - 3rd
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Comparative Advantage (Middle School)
A dynamic presentation about opportunity cost, absolute advantage and comparative advantage using modern examples.
Grades:
5th - 9th
Revolving Class Notes Activity (for any grade or subject)
Tired of the same ol' PowerPoint lectures?! This activity will give students the chance to get out of their desks and move around, all while actively taking class notes.
Click on this link for this lesson bundled with a discounted comprehensive personal finance unit: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Comprehensive-Personal-Finance-Unit
This activity is for K-12 ages because it can literally be used in any general ed classroom. You can adapt this particular activity (which is geared t
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PreK - 12th
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Africa Continent Presentation
This presentation highlights major countries (Egypt, Libya, Kenya, and South Africa) by location, discusses how the people of Africa use their physical environment for survival, scarcity, imports & exports, and so much more of Africa. There are five standards reviewed within this presentation of the Tennessee State Social Studies standards of 3rd grade. This presentation will enable students to identify major countries of Africa as well as major bodies of water, mountains, rivers, and other
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
4TH GRADE Texas as a Growing State Unit Powerpoints
In this file, you'll find three PowerPoints over how Texas boomed economically after the Civil War. There is:The Cattle and Farming Industries- a presentation on the rise and fall of the cattle drive and how ranching paved the way for settling Texas in a big wayThe Texas Railroad Boom- a presentation over how railroads affected Texas socially and economicallyTexas Gold- a presentation on how Texans struck oil and it became a HUGE industry over timeThese three presentations cover the time period
Grades:
4th - 7th
Economic Systems Student Cloze Notes and Teachers Notes
This cloze notes complements the Economic Systems PowerPoint. The PowerPoint along with the cloze notes allows for my students to spend less time on the lecture and more time on student-centered activities.
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“I can” Statements
Section for Standards
Cloze Notes for Students
Teacher Notes (blanks filled in with correct word): Great for students who need more time or who were absent when the notes were taken.
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Student Cloze Notes and Teachers Notes
This cloze notes complements the Gross Domestic PowerPoint. The PowerPoint along with the cloze notes allows for my students to spend less time on the lecture and more time on student-centered activities.
Features:
“I can” Statements
Section for Standards
Cloze Notes for Students
Teacher Notes (blanks filled in with correct word): Great for students who need more time or who were absent when the notes were taken.
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Grades:
5th - 9th
What is Money and More About Money - Notes for Teacher and Students
What is Money and More About Money - this is a set of two pages of notes for the teacher and fill in the blank notes for students. It covers the history of money, types of money, how and where money is made, and more.
Grades:
4th - 6th
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Find Economics resources | TPT
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Economics activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about economics:
Simulation Activities
You can introduce students to the world of investing, budgeting, and other economics-related activities through simulations. For example, have students research companies they want to "invest" in to show them how the stock market works. If you want to extend the lesson, you can have them periodically check in on their portfolios throughout the year to see how their investments are performing. Or, you could use a simulation to teach them about causes that led up to certain major historical events, like the stock market crash of 1929.
Budgeting Exercises
Help students understand the importance of managing their own financial resources by challenging them to create a budget. Give them a few hypothetical scenarios involving income, expenses, and financial goals. For example, you could ask them to plan a fictional character's monthly expenses, or have them create a budget to save for buying a house.
Trade Games
Through trading games, students can learn about importing and exporting, along with the impact of external forces and trade agreements. Ask students to work in teams and have them trade goods, record their imports and exports, and respond to charges (like tariffs and embargoes).
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Give students a real-world decision to make (e.g., building a new road, investing in a new technology, or buying property) and have them perform a cost-benefit analysis. To deepen the learning, you can ask them to justify their decisions with evidence.
Frequently asked questions for teaching economics
What is economics?
The study of economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. When teaching economics, the goal is to help students understand how individuals, businesses, governments, and societies make choices about resource allocation. Economics explores various topics related to this, including supply and demand, cost and benefits, and scarcity, to name just a few.
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There are many different types of economics resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from budgeting activities to simulation games to units.
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