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Are You Plugged In?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers develop an awareness of one's own media habits. Make connections between ads and one's own consumer behavior. They track their current TV and/or Internet viewing habits and video game time by keeping a TV Diary for one week.
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On the Line

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students view a television program that traces the use of the assembly line in mass production and the subsequent conflict between workers' rights and management. They analyze and discuss the portrayal of the American worker over time...
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Consumerism - Labeling Lab With Convenience Food

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine the differences between convenience food and food that has to be prepared in order to use it in another recipe. In groups, they make a calzone using only convenience food. After baking, they work together to make...
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Inflation: Money Magazine Article

For Students 11th - 12th
In this inflation worksheet, students read a 1-page article titled "Where's the Inflation?" and then respond to 4 short answer questions about the article.
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Saving Strawberry Farm

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore U.S. History by analyzing the Great Depression. In this economic instability lesson plan, students read fictitious accounts of a farm dealing with the loss of a Strawberry Farm and discuss the reasons behind the loss....
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Investigation: The Local Bagel Shop

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore economics by solving business math problems. In this ratio and proportion lesson, 6th graders examine different meals to be purchased at a coffee shop and compare which prices make which meals a better purchase....
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Advocates for Human Rights

The Right to a Clean Environment in the United States

For Students 8th - 12th
Even if a school has gone digital, chances are there's still plenty of paper being used. The three activities help scholars learn about the environmental impact of paper and another consumer products of their choosing, the issue of...
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Council for Economic Education

Satisfaction Please! (Part 2)

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Simply understanding consumer rights may not help people solve their problems. Understanding who to turn to becomes key in many different scenarios. Teach the value of various organizations that fight for consumer rights through...
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Council for Economic Education

Satisfaction Please! (Part 3)

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Understanding the US government's role proves very important in the American economy, especially for consumers. Scholars learn about how varying government agencies help them when facing an issue. The third and final resource in the...
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Nutrition/Consumerism

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the consumer health aspects of nutrition using food package labels.
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Consumerism

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Pupils identify image and information ads, define consumer goods and services, explain teen consumer spending impacts.
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Council for Economic Education

China - Where Will They Fit in the World Economy?

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Teach scholars why China is so crucial to global economics through an informative resource. Activities include using databases to search for information, watching a video or listening to a podcast, and reading about China's economy as a...
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Visa

Credit

For Teachers 7th - 11th Standards
What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a credit card? Don't miss this important life skills and financial literacy lesson plan, which focuses on consumer responsibilities, creditworthiness, and establishing a credit history.
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Beyond Benign

Product Test

For Students 6th - 8th
It's the moment of truth. Previous lessons in the 24-part series had scholars design and develop shampoo formulas using chemical concepts. The 18th lesson asks them to test the function of their shampoos. To do this, they calculate the...
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Orb-It

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
How do the products you use rate on a greeness scale? Scholars use a tool to analyze shampoos and cars for their sustainability. They consider factors that affect the environment, the economy, and equity. This is the ninth lesson in a...
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WE Charity

Elementary–Module 2: Circular Economy and Nature

For Teachers 4th - 6th Standards
How can people do their part to help protect the environment? Learners participate in an engaging jigsaw activity to discuss the causes and effects of pollution. Next, pupils develop their own innovative ideas to address an environmental...
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Global Oneness Project

Today’s Native America

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed Standards
The 2016-2017 protests over the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) motivated Camille Seaman to create "We Are Still Here," a photo essay featuring portraits of contemporary Native Americans who protested the pipeline. This eight-page packet,...
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Problem-Based Research Lesson: Wal-Mart Debate

For Teachers 10th - 12th
To prepare for class, pupils will read several articles (links included). Students discuss the articles, and ways to deal with the proliferation of big-box stores in rural areas. The class takes two minutes to generate a research...
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The Technological Impact on 1950's Culture

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners examine the impact of technological advancements on Cold War America. In this 1950's America instructional activity, students research politics, Cold War society, suburbia, and consumerism during the decade in order to better...
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The Common Tragedy of Consumerism

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students evaluate the effectiveness of current climate change solutions. In this global warming lesson, students look at the current measures implemented and analyze whether they are beneficial to the environment or not. Advance reading...
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Bargain Hunter

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Learners engage in a classroom shopping adventure to search for the best bargains.
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Toys, Fads And Fashion

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students examine toy fads in the UK by examining newspaper fliers and descriptions of toys and games. They work in groups to decide on a toy that would be a good gift for younger child. They read about the YoYo which was the most popular...
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Consumer Power

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine the labels on their own clothes to determine where they were made and think about important factors when shopping for different items. They figure how much the person who makes their sneakers would get and complete a...
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Consumerism - Brand Comparison Lab

For Teachers 10th - 11th
The student will have an opportunity for themselves to determine which brand they prefer by comparing national and store brands by their appearance, cost and flavor. They will be looking for the best economical value.

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