In this mental math learning exercise, 7th graders find the products in a variety of multiplication problems. They complete 22 problems that include multiplication of basic factors, money, decimals and word problems.

Students analyze the packaging process. In this consumer awareness lesson, students analyze the process of packaging a potato and identify positive and negative ways of packaging. Students study statistics on an overhead transparency to...

Eighth graders record all the food they eat for one week, compute the costs for all of this food, and display the different categories on a spreadsheet and then convert to a chart.

In this table instructional activity, students observe information in a table, and then answer ten questions pertaining to the information. They must correctly read a table in order to arrive at the correct answer. Questions pertain to...

Students make an environmentally sound package. In this packaging lesson plan students examine various types of modern packaging. The problem of waste is discussed leading into a discussion of waste reduction. The students choose an item...

In this economics worksheet, students define elasticity, calculate ranges of elasticity, and label diagrams pertaining to the concept of elasticity.

Students identify different fabrics and their properties. They test and observe the fabrics and record their results. They suggest differnet uses for them. They discover how engineers want to design products that are durable.

Twelfth graders explore the basic principles of the US free enterprise system. They examine the basic principles of the US free enterprise system including profit motive, voluntary exchange, private property rights, and competition.

Fourth graders research how to select the most cost-effective snacks. In this consumer practices lesson plan, 4th graders compare packaging labels and come to conclusions on how cost effective the product is. Students discuss their...

Students identify the responsibilities of being a dog owner. In this animal welfare activity, students list ten important items that a dog needs to live and visit a pet store to calculate the total cost of the items. Students visit a...

In this economics practice worksheet, students respond to 20 questions where they calculate new equilibrium points and label diagrams.

Students explore concept of demand and factors that cause demand for a good or service to change; students recognize factors that influence their behavior as consumers. Real world examples are provided through an interview with William...

Young scholars complete a simulation designed to show them the importance of budgeting and avoiding living paycheck to paycheck.

High schoolers explore the concepts of price and demand. In groups, pupils simulate the purchase and selling of land in Japan. They create a loan, and make decisions to buy or sell as the economic market fluctuates. Classmates discuss...

Second graders read books about ice cream and plan an ice cream sundae party for the class. They research ingredients and determine how much the party cost each student. They hold a mock opening for an ice cream store and have their party.

Students, after reading the book "Lunch Money" by Andrew Clements, explore money and different saving places. They research different ways in which productivity has increased over the years, they examine products to determine if the...

Students will search for hidden messages in advertising and the "hidden audience." They gain a greater understanding of the structures of advetising and marketing.

Young scholars investigate the basics of pricing and the long-term effects of smart spending. They explore the "Bargain Basement" section of the ING website, read about a boy's ideal meal, complete a worksheet that compares the cost of...

Students explore how product, price, place and promotion play key roles in the marketing mix.

Students explore the methods of calculating percentages, reading and the construction of graphs, and an awareness of consumer concerns in this lesson. The movement of the decimal point often results in uncertainty and confusion. This...

Student create a savings chart given a set allowance per week. They explain how people in the local community make choices about using goods, services, and productive resources, and how they compare costs and benefits in economic...

Students explore profit and risk. In this economics lesson, students read about McDonald's and Nabisco stock and discuss the risks and rewards of stock ownership. Printable worksheets ask questions about rights of stock owners and the...

In this decimals worksheet, students complete a test asking them questions on rounding, sums, and metric units involving decimals. Students complete 20 problems.

In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders translate English phrases and sentences into algebra phrases and equations.  The one page interactive worksheet contains a combination of thirty-five multiple choice and free response...