Students discover that trade allows us to buy products at reasonable prices. They research information based on the group they belong to. They participate in a debate based on the different positions.

Students are introduced to new concepts and vocabulary by using a creative project of making a placemat. The kinesthetic learners will benefit from this kind of project. Also it is great for those who think artistically.

Students study the habitats found in their schoolyard. They apply firsthand, what they have learned in the classroom to something familiar to them. Students look at biotic, abiotic habitats. Small groups will present their findings to...

Young scholars explore the history of the government's involvement in medicine. They examine the popularity of alternative medicine in today's society and the dangers that some alternative medicines may pose. Students research the...

In this economics worksheet, students answer questions relating to consumption, investment, and expenditures in a model of a closed economy.  The eight page worksheet contains forty multiple choice questions.  Answers are not...

For this English worksheet, students read "Kyoto Protocol Heated Bra Developed," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.

Students practice a commonly used decision-making model called PACED to help make spending decisions.

Tips for using and choosing a prepaid card. Learn about and compare other ways to spend your money.

In this classroom activity, "output" cards and "spending" cards are placed on a string. As each increase or decrease, the economy faces more unemployment or inflation. A good visual device to study the relationships among output,...

Through an interactive game, students share spending decisions they've made in the past and start to think about their spending habits in new ways.

This lesson plan is geared toward beginning economics concepts. "In this instructional activity you are going to learn more about how you and others are consumers and producers."

This is an interactive game in which students are given an allowance and opportunities to spend money with friends They must make decisions on what to buy, whether to pay cash or with credit, or to save.

This page provides news and information to educate consumers. Covers a wide variety of topics of concern to consumers.

The Federal Trade Commission has developed helpful investment articles and videos to assist consumers in making educated decisions about how they spend, manage and invest their money.

A new nationwide survey released by Visa Inc. shows that American households plan on spending a whopping $324 on promposals. Promposals have become significantly more extravagant in recent years and now represent in excess of one third...

This unit teaches students how to become a wise consumer. Some of the topics discussed are income, budgeting, credit, saving, and loans. Five different activities include objectives, worksheets, evaluations, and resources.

In this introductory lesson to money management for teens, students will use everyday math skills to comparison shop a variety of products. Students will learn several ways to save money, including using store discounts, coupons, and...

According to the results of a new survey commissioned by Visa, respondents reported spending an average of $53 per week on lunch. Overall, the most popular spot to eat lunch was at home (42%), and full-time employees tended to stick...

A learning module on choices people make with their money. It includes several supporting questions accompanied by formative tasks and source materials, followed by a summative performance task. Students will learn how families get...

Extensive information about the Consumer Price Index. Constantly updated.

Learn all about budgeting including saving money and how to make and use a budget. Includes examples.

Students research the features and costs of cell phones and cell phone plans and use a decision matrix to compare options and determine the best one for their needs, wants, and budget.

Using a Berenstain Bears' book, students are introduced to concepts such as spending, goods, services, income, saving, and interest. Lesson is detailed and has good activities. Includes questions about the story that teach students about...

In this interactive mall environment, students learn how to make smart decisions as consumers. Whether shopping for clothes, choosing the best food deal, searching for a job or buying a cellphone, students will learn how to recognize...