Homeschool Economics Activities

This is a lesson over Alexander Hamilton and his role in the United States economy as the first Secretary of the Treasury. Students will read about the Hamilton's economic proposals and then the response and impact of those proposals. Students will answer the questions that follow the reading.

How can you tell if a country is considered developed or developing? What are the characteristics or socioeconomic indicators of a country that you look at to determine if they are developed or developing?

This is a high-level thinking skill lesson that requires students to be actively involved in their learning experience. This lesson discusses what determines whether a country is developed or developing. Students will work in groups to create graphs depicting socioeconomic indicators--such as life expectancy, literacy rate, annual income, available technology, and medicine,--for various countries. Students will analyze the graphs to determine if each researched country is considered developed or developing and why. This not only encourages students to think outside the box but also reintegrates basic graph reading skills needed for state testing. Students are actively involved in every aspect of this lesson.

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This is one assignment from a series of 10 (check out my store for the others or a bundle deal for all) that explores different economic crises of the 21st century.

This assignment includes:

• 4 Paragraphs – written at a 9th-grade level.
• 4 Comprehension Questions – with an included answer key.

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Stay informed, spark debate, and build critical thinking skills with this comprehensive bundle of 10 guided reading worksheets! Dive into the heart of pressing current events, from the complexities of the Russia-Ukraine War and China's global influence to the challenges of food security, the refugee crisis, and the ever-evolving landscape of work and technology.

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A complete lesson for students to understand the five sector circular flow diagram. It includes an A3 side task and sample sheet. Notes for students to complete and annotated the model. The lesson can be completed in 1 lesson if it follows theory. I've used it over 2 lessons with a introduction. It is suitable for all secondary age groups, as different curriculum teach it at different age levels.

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This lesson involves having students examine the impacts of the Industrial Era in the United States with a specific focus on child labor. It is recommended that students will have explored, to some degree, the Industrial era prior to this lesson. This resource will prompt students to analyze social activist Lewis Hines' photographs that depict the various jobs and working conditions that children experienced. The Slide Presentation is interactive, problem posing, and vicariously draws the students into the lives of the children of the Industrial era.

Optional Extension Activity: Students compare and contrast the child labor of the Industrial era with the child labor that exists today. A 22 minute documentary film titled 'Zoned for Slavery: The Child Behind the Label' supplements this lesson.

This lesson includes:

• Slide Presentation [59 Slides]
• Student Guided Notes
• Venn Diagram Handout

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This lesson is on the Factors of Production and Economic Development. The lesson includes 3 parts.

1. A reading on the Factors of Production - Land, Labor, and Capital

2. Questions related the Economic Development and Factors of Production

3. Types of Industry Definition and Identification

Geography summer school and camps don't give us enough time to cover all the concepts and topics that need to be covered. Squeezing the curriculum

8 months is difficult; covering it over 6-8 weeks is impossible. There is so much information and so little time. This leaves us as educators with the question of what are the important aspects to cover. Having taught middle school level and high school level geography for 11 years, I have pulled out what I feel is a must!

A working knowledge of geography concepts is helpful in teaching this material. If you do not understand geography or if you have never taught geography before, no problem! Simply, read through the student material so you can help your students understand and complete the included activities. Before presenting it to your students, this will require a little mental preparation; however, this resource will save you 20+ hours of resource prep.

This lesson is composed of the first five days (Week 1).

Day 1: 5 Geography Themes

• What is geography & ways to study it? 5 geographical themes
• What is Geography? Reading Activity
• 5 Themes Geography Review Game
• Introduction to the 5 Geographical Themes + Activity (Current Events)

Day 2: Maps, Graphs & Charts + Follow-up Quiz

(Pie Chart, Bar Graph, Line Graph, Cartogram, Political Map, Physical Map, Climate Map, Learning to read Latitude and Longitude.)

• 20 Facts About Maps, Graphs, Charts. Cheatsheet
• Maps, Graphs, Charts Activity
• Maps, Graphs, Charts Quiz

Day 3: Looking at geography through a social, economic, political and cultural lens + Follow-up Quiz

(Understanding the meaning behind social, economic, political and cultural aspects)

• Social, Economic, Political & Cultural Lenses Cheat Sheet
• Geography Through Different Lenses Activity
• Geography Lenses Quiz

Day 4: World Governments & Three Branches of Government+ Follow-up Quiz (Direct Democracy, Constitutional Democracy, Absolute Monarchy, Constitutional Monarchy, Oligarchy, Communism, Socialism)

• World Government Systems Cheatsheet
• World Government Systems Activity
• World Government Systems Quiz

Day 5: Types of Economic Industries + Follow-up Quiz

(Four Types of Economy, Pure market economy, a pure command economy, a mixed economy, and a traditional economy, Free Enterprise + Four Industries: primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary)

• Economic Industries Cheat Sheet
• Economic Industries Activity
• Economic Activity Quiz

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Entrepreneur Series

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Explore the life, achievements, contributions, and legacy of a notable entrepreneur in a clear, structured format:

• Written at a 9th-grade level with 8 paragraphs and 8 comprehension questions.
• Includes an answer key for easy grading.
• The consistent format across the series makes it ideal for compare/contrast activities or group projects.

Save lots of money while shopping using coupons. This colorful, cheerful binder organizes your coupons and makes it easier for you to find just the right coupon you are looking for while out shopping. Teach your students or children in your household the value of saving money by saving coupons. Create your own coupon binder by using baseball card holders that you can find at many dollar stores or office supply stores. You can either use a two inch or three inch binder to set it up and place all your dividers in. There are two coupon sorting sheets available. Rather than flipping through the pages in your binder to insert coupons which can take a lot of time, you can use the coupon sorting mats. Once the coupons are all sorted, you can then place them in your binder. Children of all ages can help with sorting the coupons. Many kids can also help out with gathering coupons and cutting them out. Have your students write about ways they can help their family save money. There are a couple of writing prompts that you could use to have your students share ways that they can help their families save money. This does not necessarily mean just using coupons. It could mean saving money by turning off the lights when not in use, not taking long showers, or turning in cans for redemption. Some kids might write about a job they do such as a paper route, mowing the grass or shoveling snow. Some students might choose to discuss buying items on sale at the store and not demanding expensive name brand items."Older students can work on the total amount of savings from using coupons. They can also work on figuring out percentages to show how much money is saved during each shopping trip and totals for each month. If you are interested in this product please download to see a few more pictures of what you will get. This binder includes the following: coupon binder cover front page coupon binder back page coupon binder spine 2inch coupon binder spine 3 inch full page dividers include the following fruits and vegetables dairy frozen foods canned goods meats boxed foods beverages snacks personal care pet care office supplies household restaurants department stores miscellaneous two pages of sorting mats for coupons Monthly Savings Chart two pages of a Writing prompt on ways kids can help their family save money. Prompt is done on two different style writing paper to accomodate younger students and older elementary students. real life picture of the inside of my binder with directions on how to set it up. credit page During these difficult economic times, it is important to save money. I hope you can save money for your own family as well as teach your children and / or students about the importance of couponing and saving money. This is a valuable lifelong lesson. You can apply this to any age level. Best Wishes! Happy Saving!!! This product also comes in chevron green and gray binder covers. If you would like another chevron color scheme, please let me know and I would be happy to design one for you. Coupon Binder Green/ Gray Thanks for looking!!! Please rate this product. Did you know that you can earn points credits towards future purchases on TeachShare just by rating products? Thank you for looking.

Navigate the Economic Maze! Boom or Bust: The U.S. in a Globalized World

Decipher the complexities of the U.S. economy in the global age with this captivating reading comprehension worksheet. Students will embark on a journey through:

• The interconnectedness of the globalized world and its impact on American pocketbooks.
• The challenges and opportunities presented by globalization, from job markets to trade.
• The 2008 housing crisis and government interventions in economic downturns.

What's Included:

• Engrossing Reading Passage: Explores the post-Cold War era, the rise of globalization, and its influence on the U.S. economy. It examines major events like the housing crisis and the government's response.
• Primary Source Spotlight: An excerpt from a Congressional Budget Office report ignites critical thinking about the economic effects of shifting priorities after the Cold War.
• Assessment Powerhouse: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions solidify understanding and encourage analysis. Answer key included!
• Teacher-Friendly Format: Clear layout and engaging text make this resource easy to use and adaptable for various learning styles.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to explain the concept of globalization and its impact on international trade and investment.
• Students will be able to analyze the potential benefits and drawbacks of globalization for the U.S. economy, including job markets and consumer prices.
• Students will be able to evaluate the economic impact of the Cold War's end and the challenges of transitioning defense spending to other sectors.
• Students will be able to explain the causes and consequences of the 2008 housing crisis, including the financial meltdown and the Great Recession.
• Students will be able to analyze the arguments for and against government intervention during economic crises.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.9-10.7: Analyze the various purposes of social and political texts, including explanation, persuasion, entertainment, or a combination of purposes.
• RI.9-10.8: Delineate and evaluate the reasoning used in arguments, political cartoons, or editorials.
• RI.9-10.9: Analyze how an author uses reason and evidence to support particular points of view, identifying any fallacies or biases.
• EC.9-10.1: Analyze the relationship between a nation's economic growth and its global interactions (trade, investment, financial flows).
• EC.9-10.3: Evaluate the benefits and costs of international trade, including its impact on jobs, consumers, and the environment.

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• Promotes Analysis and Debate: Provides a balanced perspective on globalization and government intervention, encouraging students to form their own opinions.

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An engaging way to begin a unit on economics! This fun and hands-on activity will have students explore the important concepts of human needs versus wants through an engaging rocket ship simulation. Students will be vicariously drawn into an emergency situation in which they must collaborate, and agree as to what items they consider as ‘essential’ for their survival on their rocket ship mission to live on a far away planet. An interactive Slide Presentation will help guide the groups on their journey… along with prompting students to delve deeper by examining the broader issues of sustainability, waste, and identifying the main differences between ‘developed’ and ‘developing’ countries.

Materials:

• Teacher Reference Guide
• Slide Presentation
• Handouts:

#1. Student Guided Notes & Student Reflection

#2. Rocket Ship Activity

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This is a bundle of 14 Lessons that introduce various topics of World Cultures. Topics include Types of Maps, Continents and Oceans, 50 States, Government, Economics, Culture, Inventions, and Landmarks.

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1. China’s One-Child Policy (Cartogram)

2. Geograph: Who's The Boss? Comparing World Government Systems

3. Geography Pre-assessment/Post-assessment For Beginning of Year

4. Getting to Know You Through Geography: A Beginning of the Year Activity

5. Bloom's Taxonomy Stems & Guiding Questions for Social Studies and Geography

6 Geography: Push and Pull Factors on Human Migration (Full Lesson, PP + Game)

7. Landforms Picture Dictionary Introductory Activity

8. Developing or Developed? Examing Countries' Development

9. Cult of Personality: A Lesson on Propaganda

10. Teaching With Political Cartoons in the Social Studies & Geography Classroom

11. Celebrating the Changing Roles of Women in Asia

12. Earth Day: Solving Issues Around the World

13. Understanding Culture and Subculture Cooperative Learning Activity

14. Geography & Social Studies Comprehension Activity: Fact or Fiction

15. Hitler’s Olympics With PowePoint

16. Baby Drop Box: How China and South Korea Prevent Infanticide

17. 5 Themes of Geography Flipbook (Using Current Events)

18. Create a Country Recipe (Exploring Characteristics of a Country)

19. Amazing Natural Disasters of the 20th Century

20. Easter Hunt Around The World Using Google Maps & Absolute Location

21. Is Our Government System Fair?—Intro to Government Systems

22. 10 Quick & Effective Wrap-Up Reviews: Middle School Geography & Social Studies

23. Differentiated Instruction - A Multiple Intelligences Lesson

24. Creating a Culture Using Five Geographical Themes

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Entrepreneur Series

This assignment is part of a 50-assignment series—perfect for enriching lessons or projects. Check out my store for bundle deals to enhance your curriculum.

Explore the life, achievements, contributions, and legacy of a notable entrepreneur in a clear, structured format:

• Written at a 9th-grade level with 8 paragraphs and 8 comprehension questions.
• Includes an answer key for easy grading.
• The consistent format across the series makes it ideal for compare/contrast activities or group projects.

Post-9/11 America: A 8-Part Reading Comprehension Bundle

Navigate the complexities of the post-9/11 world with this engaging 8-part reading comprehension bundle. Students will delve into:

• Article 1: Balancing Security & Freedom: The USA PATRIOT Act Explained
  This article explores the USA PATRIOT Act's provisions and the ongoing debate about its impact on national security and civil liberties in a post-Cold War context.
• Article 2: The TSA: Keeping Skies Safe After 9/11
  This article examines the creation of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and its role in transforming airport security measures following the September 11th attacks.
• Article 3: Boom or Bust? The U.S. Economy in a Globalized World
  This article analyzes the challenges and opportunities presented by globalization for the U.S. economy, including the impact on jobs, trade, and the housing crisis.
• Article 4: Beyond Borders: Immigration Debates in the Post-Cold War Era
  This article investigates the evolving debates surrounding U.S. immigration policy, border security, and pathways to citizenship after the Cold War.
• Article 5: Patriotism vs. Prejudice: Islamophobia After 9/11
  This article explores the rise of Islamophobia in the U.S. after 9/11, its consequences for Muslim Americans, and efforts to promote tolerance.
• Article 6: The War on Terror: Domestic Impacts & Ongoing Debates
  This article examines the domestic consequences of the War on Terror, including government responses, security measures, and the ongoing discussions about its effectiveness.
• Article 7: The Shifting Sands: The U.S. Role in the Middle East
  This article analyzes the changing U.S. role in the Middle East after the Cold War, its impact on regional conflicts, and how it relates to domestic security concerns.
• Article 8: The Digital Age & Domestic Security: New Challenges
  This article explores the emerging challenges of cyber security in the digital age and its impact on protecting the U.S. from cyberattacks and ensuring domestic security.

What's Included in Each Article:

• Clear and Captivating Text: Explores significant events and issues that shaped America after the September 11th attacks.
• Essential Questions: "Guided Reading" prompts spark critical thinking and analysis.
• Assessment Arsenal: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions solidify understanding. Answer key included!
• Teacher-Friendly Format: Clearly laid out and engaging, making these resources adaptable for various learning styles.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to analyze the provisions of the USA PATRIOT Act and the arguments surrounding its impact on civil liberties.
• Students will be able to explain the creation of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and its role in enhancing airport security.
• Students will be able to identify the challenges and opportunities presented by globalization for the U.S. economy.
• Students will be able to develop an informed opinion on the balance between security measures and individual freedoms in the post-9/11 era.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.9-10.3: Analyze in detail a series of events described in a text; determine whether earlier events caused later events or simply preceded them.
• RI.9-10.6: Analyze the author's purpose in writing, especially those writing about current events, and how the purpose and audience shape the content of the passage.
• SS.9-12.1: Identify continuity and change in the major themes of United States history.
• SS.9-12.5: Analyze complex international relationships among nations and regions.

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• Ready-to-Use: Download and print these worksheets for immediate implementation in your classroom.
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This lesson is based on my own personal experience as a participant on a USA-Mexico border tour project organized by Rethinking Schools & Global Exchange that provided first-hand experience and knowledge concerning the effects of U.S. foreign policy, such as NAFTA, on the lives of ordinary people who reside in the Tijuana area. Students will be prompted to delve far beyond the mainstream explanation that answers the critical question as to why people cross the U.S.-Mexico border. This lesson will have students examine the broader context, and underlying factors to this question, which intimately tie itself to Mexico's agricultural economy. Students will identify the causal puzzle pieces, and then create a ‘LOOP’ (web) diagram that will serve to demonstrate their understandings of how these underlying causes interconnect with one another. Materials: • One 50 Slide PowerPoint • Grading Rubrics • Student Loop Diagram Examples • Printable Handouts: 1) Handout #1- Power-Point Guided Notes 2) Handout #2- The U.S.-Mexico Border Puzzle Pieces If you liked this lesson see the 'BUNDLE unit lesson' here: NAFTA & the U.S. Mexico Border Bundle I OFTEN PROVIDE FREEBIES TO MY FOLLOWERS AND ALL NEW PRODUCTS DEBUT AT 20% OFF: • Look for the green star next to my store logo at the top right corner of this page and click it to become a follower. This will allow you to be notified each time I debut a new product or freebie.

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Global Corporations Series

This assignment is part of a 20-assignment series—perfect for enriching lessons or projects. Check out my store for bundle deals to enhance your curriculum.

Explore the origins, innovations, challenges, and legacy of a global corporation in a clear, structured format:

• Written at a 9th-grade level with 8 paragraphs and 8 comprehension questions. Suitable for a range of learners
• Includes an answer key for easy grading.
• The consistent format across the series makes it ideal for compare/contrast activities or group projects.