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Economics Common Core SL.11-12.1 resources

Preview of Economics Resources: A Bundle of Engaging Resources On Money, Economy, & More

Economics Resources: A Bundle of Engaging Resources On Money, Economy, & More

Created by
Mister Harms
This bundle includes a variety of 9 economic resources from my store that you can add to your various economic units. With a total of 9 fantastic resources on economics, you will be saving 25% by getting this bundled version instead of purchasing the resources individually! That's like getting a few products for FREE! Products included are seen above! Enjoy!Thank You!Thanks so much for stopping by! It's great to meet you! I hope this resource adds value to your classroom. If you have time, I'd
Preview of Economics Activity | Classroom Market Economy Simulation & Classroom Management

Economics Activity | Classroom Market Economy Simulation & Classroom Management

Created by
Mister Harms
Searching for Economics Activities? Looking for a way to make economics class more enjoyable or maybe just improve classroom management? CLA$$ONOMIC$ is an interactive classroom economy that will boost student engagement and help reinforce the major concepts of a market economy. Create your very own classroom economy with this Social Studies simulation. Students love the chance to be an entrepreneur by owning items in the classroom, charging students usage fees, and having opportunities to mak
Preview of ECONOMICS & SCARCITY ACTIVITY: Making Paper Chains With Limited Resources

ECONOMICS & SCARCITY ACTIVITY: Making Paper Chains With Limited Resources

Created by
Mister Harms
When teaching economics and the idea of scarcity, it can be hard to help students understand the concept while keeping them actively engaged. It is this very reason why I came up with the paper chain activity! I happened to be teaching on scarcity around the Christmas season, and I was trying to figure out a fun plan for the kids. As I was planning, I realized that my very own classroom was experiencing a scarcity in decorations! It was this personal scarcity that gave me the passion to create
Preview of ECONOMICS: Personal Finance, Money Management & Creating a Budget

ECONOMICS: Personal Finance, Money Management & Creating a Budget

Created by
Mister Harms
Overview:In this personal finance activity, students will examine their current personal money management habits and create a personal budget. After asking some life questions about their finances, students will assess their personal income, create a budget, and reflect on how they can improve their financial well-being. This super-practical activity for students can truly impact the rest of their lives. Enjoy this lesson and thank you so much for your comments and ratings!What's Included:Tea
Preview of Government & Economics - DOUBLE MEGA BUNDLE - Civics Resources for the Classroom

Government & Economics - DOUBLE MEGA BUNDLE - Civics Resources for the Classroom

Two big bundles that pair well together for civics classes throughout the year! These combined bundles contain a variety of our best-selling resources for teaching through Government and Economics. There are differentiated activities that can be scattered throughout the span of your curriculum for each course. These include projects, class debates, and viewing guide materials. Make these civics subjects engaging for your students! Just print and go!Resources in the Government Mega Bundle:Governm
Preview of Sustainable CEOs -- Build a Sustainable Business

Sustainable CEOs -- Build a Sustainable Business

Created by
Mr Noondi
Sustainable CEOs -- Build a Sustainable BusinessBackground InformationWelcome to Sustainable CEOs, an engaging project-based learning unit! In this project, your students will assume two different roles with an international corporation. First, they will be acting as CEOs and, in doing so, they will research the current sustainability efforts from the company regarding the three pillars of sustainability: environmental, economic, and social. Second, they will be a member of the Board of Director
Preview of US Economy Thematic Bundle for US History (Distance Learning!)

US Economy Thematic Bundle for US History (Distance Learning!)

Why do most schools wait until students are seniors to teach them the basics of how the economy works?! Seriously, US history makes SO much more sense when students understand a bit about economics. This unit bundle not only teaches students about the basics of how economics and the US economy works, but it also traces the performance of the US economy from late 1800s to present. Even if you're a bit rusty on 12th grade Econ, this bundle has everything you need to give your students a more thoro
Preview of Capitalism vs. Socialism Debate - Industrialization and the Working Class - CCSS

Capitalism vs. Socialism Debate - Industrialization and the Working Class - CCSS

This is a set of lesson materials that culminates in a class debate about the emerging ideas of capitalism and socialism during the Industrial Age. Students will: Learn about different perspectives from thinkers such as Adam Smith and Karl Marx, analyze different viewpoints, be assigned a position to take, collaborate within teams, prepare main arguments, peer review each other's reasoning, and will participate in an academic debate that is guided by moderator questions (included). The objective
Preview of WALL-E (2008) -- Economics Through Film [Consumerism, Monopolies, Externalities]

WALL-E (2008) -- Economics Through Film [Consumerism, Monopolies, Externalities]

Hi, Friends -- Welcome to my store! :)I am passionate about teaching economics using films as an engaging educational tool. To enhance the learning experience of my students, I have created a worksheet specifically designed for the movie WALL-E (2008), which I show in my economics classes when discussing: Externalities, Monopolies, COmpetition, Consumerism, OverconsumptuonMy worksheet serves as a valuable resource to complement the film. The worksheet is organized as follows:A Detailed Summary o
Preview of Mastering the Prisoner's Dilemma: Dynamic Classroom Game

Mastering the Prisoner's Dilemma: Dynamic Classroom Game

Introducing "Mastering the Prisoner's Dilemma: Dynamic Classroom Game" – an innovative lesson plan and immersive game designed to captivate students' minds while exploring the intriguing realm of the Prisoner's Dilemma. This comprehensive package combines an informational text, engaging multiple-choice questions, a thought-provoking Socratic seminar, an immersive simulation, and stimulating essay prompts. Teachers, get ready to transform your classroom into an arena of critical thinking and stra
Preview of MONEYBALL (2011) -- Economics Through Film [Cost-Benefit Analysis, Sabermetrics]

MONEYBALL (2011) -- Economics Through Film [Cost-Benefit Analysis, Sabermetrics]

Hi, Friends -- Welcome to my store! :)I am passionate about teaching economics using films as an engaging educational tool. To enhance the learning experience of my students, I have created a worksheet specifically designed for the movie Moneyball (2011), which I show in my economics classes when discussing: Data Analytics, Cost-Benefit Analysis, Resource Allocation, SabermetricsMy worksheet serves as a valuable resource to complement the film. The worksheet is organized as follows:A Detailed S
Preview of Shark Tank Entrepreneurial Project Economics Finance (Google Compatible)

Shark Tank Entrepreneurial Project Economics Finance (Google Compatible)

Shark Tank Entrepreneurial Project Students create their own product to pitch to potential judges in this fun and creative economics or finance project! Create entrepreneurial spirit, business savvy, and marketing skills in students!Students will create a new and exciting product to solve a problem in their everyday life, they will then create a business plan, do market research, and ultimately propose their project to the “sharks” who will choose to invest in the project or pass. The project wi
Preview of INSIDE JOB (2010) -- Economics Through Film [2008 Housing Market Crash]

INSIDE JOB (2010) -- Economics Through Film [2008 Housing Market Crash]

Hi, Friends -- Welcome to my store! :)I am passionate about teaching economics using films as an engaging educational tool. To enhance the learning experience of my students, I have created a worksheet specifically designed for the movie INSIDE JOB (2010), which I show in my economics classes when discussing: financial crisis, housing market, subprime mortgages, credit default swaps.My worksheet serves as a valuable resource to complement the film. The worksheet is organized as follows:A Detail
Preview of Economics Activity: Economic Questions & the Factors of Production | School Gear

Economics Activity: Economic Questions & the Factors of Production | School Gear

Created by
Mister Harms
The basic concepts of economics are learned in this fun lesson called School Gear! While understanding economic decisions that need to be made, students will form groups and design school gear as if they were going to produce and sell it. Groups are instructed to answer 12 questions as they imagine and create their school gear. Students are also responsible for a visual representation of their gear along with a written description of their products. Enjoy this free download and thank you so mu
Preview of CAST AWAY (2000) -- Economics Through Film [Scarcity, Resource Allocation]

CAST AWAY (2000) -- Economics Through Film [Scarcity, Resource Allocation]

Hi, Friends -- Welcome to my store! :)I am passionate about teaching economics using films as an engaging educational tool. To enhance the learning experience of my students, I have created a worksheet specifically designed for the movie Cast Away (2000), which I show in my economics classes when discussing: Scarcity, Resource Allocation, Opportunity Cost, Trade and Specialization, Productivity. My worksheet serves as a valuable resource to complement the film. The worksheet is organized as foll
Preview of Project and Performance Based Learning for Social Studies

Project and Performance Based Learning for Social Studies

As teachers we LOVE Project Based Learning and Performance Based Assessments; however, the process of creating quality projects can be cumbersome. As a result, I am sharing 10 comprehensives, engaging, differentiated (furnishing students voice and choice), and relevant, and cognitively rigorous PBLs for US History. Each incorporates driving questions or essential questions, power standards, 21st century skills, and the 4C's as defined by the Partnership for 21st Century Learning Network. In addi
Preview of Economics Activity | Create a Business and Merge with others in a Market Economy

Economics Activity | Create a Business and Merge with others in a Market Economy

Created by
Mister Harms
CEO’s are always looking to improve their companies. Often times, merging with another company (or forming trusts) may help remove competition within the market, diversify product, or streamline company logistics.In this activity, students will create their own company, present their company for the purpose of merging with another company within the class. Groups will begin to consider all presented companies and then choose which company to merge with. After the merging process, groups will
Preview of 2nd Industrial Revolution Lesson Plan | Capitalism, Socialism & Communism

2nd Industrial Revolution Lesson Plan | Capitalism, Socialism & Communism

Created by
Teach These Kids
This one-day 2nd Industrial Revolution lesson plan compares the economic systems of capitalism, socialism, and communism, and addresses their relevance to business owners and workers during the 2nd Industrial Revolution (“Gilded Age”). I use it to establish a solid understanding of the differences between these economic systems in theory and in practice, both now and during the Gilded Age. It works well as a complement to lessons on the labor movement or to other economics lessons. It is intend
Preview of MARGIN CALL (2011) -- Economics Through Film [2008 Financial Crisis]

MARGIN CALL (2011) -- Economics Through Film [2008 Financial Crisis]

Hi, Friends -- Welcome to my store! :)I am passionate about teaching economics using films as an engaging educational tool. To enhance the learning experience of my students, I have created a worksheet specifically designed for the movie MARGIN CALL (2011), which I show in my economics classes when discussing: 2008 Financial Crisis, Investment Banking, Mortgage-Backed Securities.My worksheet serves as a valuable resource to complement the film. The worksheet is organized as follows:A Detailed Su
Preview of 2nd Industrial Revolution Lesson Plan | Captains of Industry | Robber Barons

2nd Industrial Revolution Lesson Plan | Captains of Industry | Robber Barons

Created by
Teach These Kids
This one-day 2nd Industrial Revolution lesson plan covers several wealthy industrialists known simultaneously as “captains of industry” and “robber barons”, and their rise to prominence during the Second Industrial Revolution (Gilded Age). This content is intended to be taught during a standard 45-to-50-minute class period, though it can easily be lengthened to two class periods or shortened for time purposes.  Topics/events covered: Captains of Industry/Robber Barons, specifically Cornelius Van
Preview of Personality Quiz: Are You a Spender or a Saver?

Personality Quiz: Are You a Spender or a Saver?

Created by
QuizBreakers
Are You a Spender or a Saver? A Fun and Engaging Quiz for Your StudentsDo you want to help your students learn about money management and financial literacy? Do you want to teach them the benefits and challenges of both saving and spending? Do you want to encourage them to develop healthy and realistic habits and goals?This quiz is perfect for classroom teachers looking to add a fun and educational activity to their financial literacy lessons.This quiz is based on the concept of spender and save
Preview of THE INFORMANT (2009) -- Economics Through Film [Market Competition]

THE INFORMANT (2009) -- Economics Through Film [Market Competition]

Hi, Friends -- Welcome to my store! :)I am passionate about teaching economics using films as an engaging educational tool. To enhance the learning experience of my students, I have created a worksheet specifically designed for the movie THE INFORMANT (2009), which I show in my economics classes when discussing: Price Fixing, Moral Hazard, Information Asymmetry, Market Competition My worksheet serves as a valuable resource to complement the film. The worksheet is organized as follows:A Detailed
Preview of Economics Supply and Demand Application: "A Market for Kidneys?"

Economics Supply and Demand Application: "A Market for Kidneys?"

Created by
Econ for Kids
The supply and demand of kidneys is a great application of supply and demand in the real world. It's an engaging example for students to see the power of the supply and demand model.Note: This lesson works best after you have introduced supply, demand, price controls, shortages/surpluses, and the black market to your students.This lesson plan includes a step-by-step guide to present the supply and demand of kidneys. It is a useful compilation of all the teaching tools included in the kidney supp
Preview of ENRON (2005) -- Economics Through Film [Accounting Fraud]

ENRON (2005) -- Economics Through Film [Accounting Fraud]

Hi, Friends -- Welcome to my store! :)I am passionate about teaching economics using films as an engaging educational tool. To enhance the learning experience of my students, I have created a worksheet specifically designed for the movie ENRON: The Smartest Guys in the Room (2005), which I show in my economics classes when discussing: Enron, Accounting Fraud, Corporate Governance, Market Manipulation, Ethical Dilemmas in Economics.My worksheet serves as a valuable resource to complement the fil
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Find Economics resources | TPT

If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about economics, TPT has got you covered. We’ve got a comprehensive collection of economics and financial literacy resources available, including activities and lessons on trade, goods and services, and the stock market to name just a few. With plenty of TPT high-quality resources at your fingertips, you’ll be able to teach economics to your students in no time at all.

Economics activities to try

Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about economics:

Simulation Activities

You can introduce students to the world of investing, budgeting, and other economics-related activities through simulations. For example, have students research companies they want to "invest" in to show them how the stock market works. If you want to extend the lesson, you can have them periodically check in on their portfolios throughout the year to see how their investments are performing. Or, you could use a simulation to teach them about causes that led up to certain major historical events, like the stock market crash of 1929.

Budgeting Exercises

Help students understand the importance of managing their own financial resources by challenging them to create a budget. Give them a few hypothetical scenarios involving income, expenses, and financial goals. For example, you could ask them to plan a fictional character's monthly expenses, or have them create a budget to save for buying a house.

Trade Games

Through trading games, students can learn about importing and exporting, along with the impact of external forces and trade agreements. Ask students to work in teams and have them trade goods, record their imports and exports, and respond to charges (like tariffs and embargoes).

Cost-Benefit Analysis

Give students a real-world decision to make (e.g., building a new road, investing in a new technology, or buying property) and have them perform a cost-benefit analysis. To deepen the learning, you can ask them to justify their decisions with evidence.

Frequently asked questions for teaching economics

What is economics?

The study of economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. When teaching economics, the goal is to help students understand how individuals, businesses, governments, and societies make choices about resource allocation. Economics explores various topics related to this, including supply and demand, cost and benefits, and scarcity, to name just a few.

What types of economics resources are available on TPT?

There are many different types of economics resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from budgeting activities to simulation games to units.

How do I find economics resources on TPT?

Educators can save time preparing economics lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for economics resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.