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Preschool economics thematic unit plans
Me On the Map Activities and Map Skills Flip book for First Grade Social Studies
This circle book corresponds perfectly to the classic book, Me on the Map! The Me on the Map flip book shows maps from the book from smallest to biggest to make a powerful visual of our place in the world for kids!Just staple the Me on the Map flip book at the top when it's assembled. THIS ME ON THE MAP FLIPBOOK COMES IN 2 VERSIONSVersion with patterned sentences (Here is my planet. It is ____.) and labels already on the pages; Version with no sentences and labels to cut and paste in the appro
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PreK - 2nd
Goods and Services "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie..."
This is an integrated social studies and reading mini-unit that focuses on teaching goods and services using the Laura Numeroff classic "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie..." In the book, Mouse asks for lots of different things, some are goods and some are services. This unit is packed full of activities to help your kiddos understand beginning economics in an engaging format.
The mini-unit includes:
-Goods Definition Poster (color)
-Services Definition Poster (color)
-Anchor chart Tree Map Label
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PreK - 3rd
Social Studies File Folder Activities ~ BUNDLE
This BUNDLE contains 21 social studies related file folder activities for preschool, kindergarten, or first grade.The cost of this bundle is 50% less than purchasing each activity individually. Please note, you do not need to make these products into file folder activities. You can laminate the pages and use them as work mats. Whether used as a file folder activity or a work mat, these products work best when they are laminated and Velcro is used for students to secure the pieces. Click the prev
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PreK - 1st
Community Helper Hat Crafts
Use these cut and paste hats to inspire children to believe they can become great helpers of their communities.
The following hats are included:
Police
Firefighter
Hard Hat (Helmet for Construction and many Engineer Jobs)
Just simply print on white or colored card stock and glue to a sentence strip to make a hat.
I hope you and your kids enjoy this cute project! :)
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PreK - 5th
Needs and Wants {Emergent Readers & Sorting Cards Pack} DISTANCE LEARNING PACKET
Get your students really thinking about Needs and Wants with this Emergent Reader and Sorting Cards Pack. 42 picture cards will offer great opportunity for thoughtful discussion as students work to sort and classify them into categories of basic needs: food, water, air, shelter and clothing, and then sort them by needs vs. wants vs. both! Follow-up your group discussions and sorting activities with 2 emergent readers highlighting 'Needs' and 'Wants', and 1 emergent reader/writer focusing on Need
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PreK - 1st
Needs and Wants "If You Give a Moose a Muffin..."
This is an integrated social studies and reading mini-unit that focuses on teaching wants and needs using the Laura Numeroff classic "If You Give a Moose a Muffin..." In the book, Moose asks for lots of different things, some are wants and some are needs. This unit is packed full of activities to help your kiddos understand basic human needs in an engaging format.
The mini-unit includes:
-Needs Definition Poster (color)
-Wants Definition Poster (color)
-Anchor chart T-Chart Labels (B&W)
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Wants & Needs: November/Thanksgiving Style
This is an integrated social studies and reading mini-unit that focuses on teaching needs and wants. This unit is designed to use the Pilgrims and Native American's lifestyle to explain the differences between wants and needs. This unit is packed full of activities to help your kiddos understand beginning economics in an engaging format.
The mini-unit includes:
-Wants Definition Poster (color)
-Needs Definition Poster (color)
-Anchor chart Tree Map Labels (B&W)
-Anchor chart Venn-diagram
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PreK - 3rd
Kindergarten AND First Grade Theme - Santa's Economics
Themed-based lessons with standards-based activities are the perfect way to integrate tried-and-true methods with Common Core and 21st Century Learning.This themed set can be used in a variety of ways! Activities are perfect for academic learning centers, large group experiences and assessments. Each activity is tied to at least one Common Core standard.This set includes:1 Shared Reading Storybook (PDF and QR Code for Digital Versions!)4 Theme AND Standards-Based ActivitiesAll in both color an
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in:Â Kindergarten Supplemental Resource Bundle - DECEMBER
Social Studies File Folder Activity ~ Community Helper Tools
This activity is part of a BUNDLE. Click HERE to view my bundle of Social Studies File Folder Activities. File Folder Activities are a great way to reinforce concepts learned. After assembling, laminate the file folder and pieces so students can use them over and over again. For this file folder activity, students will sort the various tools/vehicles to their appropriate community worker. Please click the preview to see the assembled File Folder Activity! If you have any questions about this pro
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PreK - K
Also included in:Â Social Studies File Folder Activities ~ BUNDLE
A Community of Helpers - a thematic unit about different career choices.
A community is a place where people live and work together. Community Helpers are special people who help and protect us. "Community Helpers" is a unit designed to teach children about the community they live in and the people who work together to help their community. This is an introduction to the different careers that children see around them.The teacher's manual includes daily lesson plans, community helper information for each lesson plan, leading questions, hands-on activities, and studen
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PreK - 1st
Community Helpers: A Literacy and Social Studies Unit
This product is a thematic unit that contains literacy and social studies activities. Students will complete activities centered around police officers, fire fighters, mail carriers, sanitation workers, teachers, veterinarians, construction workers, nurses and doctors. This unit contains the following activities:
1. 10 defining maps for teacher chart and individual student copies for each community helper and to define "community"
2. Draw: My Home
3.Draw and write: When I grow up...
4. Draw a
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PreK - 1st
Economics "Classroom town" dramatic play
This is a complete classroom town kit, that you can use during your Economics Unit or dramatic play. This is a great way to teach your students about consumers, producers, goods, and services. I decided to sit down and make what you need for each business. This was a hit at my school, we invited parents, other classrooms and staff. Included: 59 pgs - My classroom samples pictures, posters, sign in sheets, money, insurance cards, and grocery value cards.Doctors Office Post OfficeVet ClinicGrocer
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PreK - 5th
Social Studies File Folder Activity ~ Wants and Needs
This activity is part of a BUNDLE. Click HERE to view my bundle of Social Studies File Folder Activities. File Folder Activities are a great way to reinforce concepts learned. After assembling, laminate the file folder and pieces so students can use them over and over again. For this file folder activity, students will sort wants and needs into their appropriate category.Please click the preview to see the assembled File Folder Activity! If you have any questions about this product, please conta
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PreK - K
Also included in:Â Social Studies File Folder Activities ~ BUNDLE
Wants and Needs
Use this mini unit to introduce wants and needs to your students! It has tons of resources for teaching all about wants and needs.
Included:
-2 mini posters
-Pocket chart sorting wants and needs (option for black and white or color)
-Identifying wants and needs
-Writing about wants and needs
-Persuasive writing
-Sorting wants and needs practice
-Flip book- cut & sort
-Mini Book
-Class book
-My wants and needs book
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PreK - K
Hands-on Social Studies Stations: Economics, Community Helpers, Wants ands Needs
pgs 3-5: Vocabulary
pgs 6-11: Inferencing with Community Helpers
pgs 12-19: Community Helper Memory
pgs 20-38: Sentence Order - cut apart and have students place in correct order
pgs 39-50: Singular Plural Sort with Community Helpers
pgs 51-55: How Much do I cost - read the room
pgs 56: Need or Want Game
pgs 57-61: Needs and Wants Sort
pgs 62-63: Two game board options
pgs 64-67: Game cards for above game board - needs and wants
pgs 68-72: Season sort Summer/Winter
Social Studies Common Core Ob
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PreK - 1st
Social Studies File Folder Activity ~ Food Sources
This activity is part of a BUNDLE. Click HERE to view my bundle of Social Studies File Folder Activities. File Folder Activities are a great way to reinforce concepts learned. After assembling, laminate the file folder and pieces so students can use them over and over again. For this file folder activity, students will sequence pictures that depict the milk process (from farm to table) and match the source of the food item to the food that is produced from it.Please click the preview to see the
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PreK - K
Also included in:Â Social Studies File Folder Activities ~ BUNDLE
Needs or Wants? Emergent Reader - Three Different Options!
Teach needs and wants to your littles with this emergent reader that includes 3 different options to meet your unique student learning targets and easily differentiate!Each option includes the following 11 pages:Cover Page, Needs or Wants title, and a place to write name.I want toys.I need food.I want gifts.I need water.I want sweets.I need clothes.I want pets.I need shelter.I want vehicles.I need love.Option 1:Students trace the object word on the page. For example, in "I want toys." Students w
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PreK - 1st
Social Studies File Folder Activity ~ Store Item Sort
This activity is part of a BUNDLE. Click HERE to view my bundle of Social Studies File Folder Activities. File Folder Activities are a great way to reinforce concepts learned. After assembling, laminate the file folder and pieces so students can use them over and over again. For this file folder activity, students will match items (goods) to the store that they belong.Please click the preview to see the assembled File Folder Activity! If you have any questions about this product, please contact
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PreK - K
Also included in:Â Social Studies File Folder Activities ~ BUNDLE
Construction Site Sensory Bin Plan WITH Vocabulary & Letter & Color & Shapes!
Construction Site Sensory Bin, Community Helpers Sensory Activity, Sorting Colors Alphabet Preschool Activity, Lesson Plan for HomeschoolHelping busy parents have more fun! If you’re looking for free sensory bin content or an introduction to Sensory Bins, sign up for my email list!SIGN UP HERE: https://www.subscribepage.com/sensorybin101Construction Site Sensory Bin Plan is an instant download! There are two plans included in this download, a taste safe version and a 2+ years old version. You wi
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PreK - 1st
Social Studies File Folder Activity ~ Shopping {U.S. Currency}
This activity is part of a BUNDLE. Click HERE to view my bundle of Social Studies File Folder Activities. File Folder Activities are a great way to reinforce concepts learned. After assembling, laminate the file folder and pieces so students can use them over and over again. For this file folder activity, students will match coins or bills to the amount shown on the cash register.Please click the preview to see the assembled File Folder Activity! If you have any questions about this product, ple
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PreK - K
Also included in:Â Social Studies File Folder Activities ~ BUNDLE
CEO Job Poster - Discover Your Passions
If your students love calling the shots and want to be a business big-wig, show them that they can make being the boss a full time job! When kids find their interests and passions, its our job to empower them with the tools to pursue their dreams! When learning about financial literacy, economics, business, money, and coins, use this poster detailing the job of a CEO. Show your class that if they love making big decisions (and making even bigger amounts of money), they can become a CEO and run s
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PreK - 8th
Careers in the Community - Social Studies/Economics Week Unit Plan
Social Studies - Economics - Careers in the Community -5 Lesson Plans-4 Station Activities per day-Read Alouds per day-Comprehension Questions-Differentiation
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PreK - 2nd
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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.
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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.
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