Lesson Plan
Other

Federal Reserve Bank of New York: Econ Explorers Journal [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
In this collection of lesson activities, students will complete an "Econ Explorers Journal" to help them learn how economics is involved in their neighborhood, the books they read, in earning a living, at their banks, in their homes, and...
Website
University of Groningen

American History: Essays: National Bank Acts of 1863 and 1864

For Students 9th - 10th
This essay describes the purposes and effects of the National Bank Acts of 1863 and 1864.
Unit Plan
Federal Reserve Bank

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis: Cards, Cars, and Currency

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A unit on personal finance related to debit cards, credit cards, and purchasing a car designed to help students develop financial responsibility.
Lesson Plan
Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: You Can Bank on This! (Part 4)

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This lesson deals with credit, and wraps up this unit on finance.
Handout
Other

Washington and Lee University: Black History Month: Maggie Lena Walker

For Students 9th - 10th
Maggie L. Walker was the first female bank president of the United States. Learn about the life and work of this African American teacher and entrepreneur. This brief biography includes accompanying audio [1:49], as well as a...
Lesson Plan
University of Nebraska Omaha

Ec Ed Web: Virtual Economics Web Companion

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Virtual Economics Web Companion for K-12 economics and social studies teachers was created by the National Council on Economic Education. A wide variety of educational materials and lesson plans can be accessed through this site....
Unit Plan
Other

Wells Fargo Bank: Hands on Banking for Kids

For Students K - 1st
Mini learning modules that teach kids about money and its worth. Students also learn how to set financial goals during these interactive activities.
Interactive
Other

Wells Fargo Bank: Hands on Banking for Teens

For Students 9th - 10th
Mini learning modules that teach teens how to manage their money wisely and reach their financial goals.
Interactive
Other

Wells Fargo Bank: Financial Information for Young Adults

For Students 9th - 10th
Mini learning modules that teach young adults how to manage money wisely and reach their financial goals.
Activity
Other

University of Exeter: Britain and European Monetary Union

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the strength of the British pound sterling and why England has chosen not to join its European neighbors in the use of the Euro as a common currency. The author has a background in research and in the history of finance.
Article
The World Bank

World Bank: What a Waste: Updated Look Into the Future of Solid Waste Management

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes the global problem of waste and some of the sustainable waste management projects that the World Bank supports. Includes a link to a report called "What a Waste 2.0: A Global Snapshot of Solid Waste Management to...
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The World Bank

World Bank Group: Data by Topic

For Students 9th - 10th
Links to data which cover agriculture, education, environment, health and population and other issues regarding economic development.
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Rothschild Family

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides detailed information on the Rothschild family, a legendary banking and finance dynasty.
Article
Wolters Kluwer

Biz Filings: Debt Financing for Small Businesses

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses the meaning of debt financing. Helpful links on bank selection, types of loans, costs of loans, and criteria banks look for are given.
Handout
MsMoney

Ms Money: Deciphering Your Bank Statement

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site explains the items that appear on a bank statement and also includes procedures for reconciling a bank statement. Click on the headings for more information. Also, explore the additional financial topics by clicking menu items.
Handout
Other

Roy Davies: Money

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the past, present, and future of money. Learn about exchange rates, money forms, banking, and more.
Website
Other

Inter American Development Bank: Ecuador and the Idb

For Students 9th - 10th
The IDB is a long-standing initiative of the Latin American countries as a multilateral finance institution for the development of the region. This site offers basic data on Ecuador as well as economic data. It also covers the...
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Other

Inter American Development Bank: Bolivia and the Idb

For Students 9th - 10th
The IDB is a long-standing initiative of the Latin American countries as a multilateral finance institution for the development of the region. This site offers basic data on Bolivia as well as economic data. It also covers the...
Website
Other

Inter American Development Bank: Argentina and the Idb

For Students 9th - 10th
The IDB is a long-standing initiative of the Latin American countries as a multilateral finance institution for the development of the region. This site offers basic data on Argentina as well as economic data. It also covers the...
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Other

Inter American Development Bank: Argentina and the Idb

For Students 9th - 10th
The IDB is a long-standing initiative of the Latin American countries as a multilateral finance institution for the development of the region. This site offers basic data on Argentina as well as economic data. It also covers the...
Lesson Plan
Discovery Education

Discovery Education: Money: Kids and Cash

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This site provides a lesson about the dynamics of saving and borrowing with banks.
Primary
Federal Reserve Bank

American Currency: Demand and Interest Bearing Notes: Financing the Union

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief overview of demand notes of the Union, commonly called "greenbacks." Gives a historical context for the notes and has many pictures of what they looked like. Includes an activity looking at Union soldier wages.
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Other

Inter American Development Bank: Bolivia and the Idb

For Students 9th - 10th
The IDB is a long-standing initiative of the Latin American countries as a multilateral finance institution for the development of the region. This site offers basic data on Bolivia, as well as economic data. It also covers the...
Website
Other

Inter American Development Bank: Peru and the Idb

For Students 9th - 10th
The IDB is a long-standing initiative of the Latin American countries as a multilateral finance institution for the development of the region. This site offers basic data on Peru as well as economic data. It also covers the operational...