Students learn a lesson about why gas prices rise, how global energy markets influence everyday fuel costs, and how international events, supply disruptions, and economic forces impact consumers and household budgets. CONCEPTS Use this video lesson to explore current events related to energy markets and fuel prices. Learn basic related concepts of Supply and Demand … Continue reading Gas Prices Are Rising Fast – Could There Be a Shortage?
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Categories Economics, Spending Money, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson about how tariffs work, how they impact prices and consumers, and how government policies influence economic decision-making and financial outcomes. CONCEPTS Use this video lesson to explore current events related to tariffs. Learn basic related concepts of Economic Decision-Making Taxes and Policy Consumer Prices Income Income and Spending Spending and Saving … Continue reading Trump’s New 15% Tariffs – Who Really Gets the Money?
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Categories Economics, Spending Money, Taxes, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson about why major retailers like Joann Fabrics, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Sears are closing, how debt and online shopping are changing the way businesses operate, and what store closures mean for consumers and the economy. They explore how these changes impact small businesses, job opportunities, and local communities while discussing … Continue reading Why Are Your Favorite Stores Closing? The Retail Collapse Explained Lesson
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Students learn about President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and its potential political, cultural, and economic impacts. They explore the controversy surrounding this idea, including its historical context and implications for shared identities and industries. By examining the Gulf’s vital role in fishing, oil, and shipping … Continue reading Gulf of America? Why Trump Wants to Rename the Gulf of Mexico Lesson
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Categories Economics, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson about money market accounts, including how they work, their benefits over traditional savings accounts, and why they’re a smart savings option. They explore the flexibility, higher interest rates, and secure savings these accounts offer, along with tips for maximizing interest, understanding transaction limits, and avoiding fees. Whether saving for emergencies or … Continue reading Money Market Accounts Explained: Beginner’s Guide How They Work Lesson
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Categories Banking, Saving & Investing, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson on how tariffs can impact their everyday expenses, exploring how taxes on imports influence the cost of goods and affect consumer choices. They examine how tariffs work, why they’re implemented, and the potential effects on personal budgets and household finances. Through real-world examples and discussions, students gain insight into the broader … Continue reading Trump’s Tariffs Explained: Will Prices go Up?
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Categories Economics, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson on Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA), an effective investment strategy that makes investing in stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, and index funds like the S&P 500 easier and less stressful. They discover how DCA helps them invest consistently by spreading out their investments over time, reducing risk, and avoiding the need to time … Continue reading Invest Smarter with Dollar Cost Averaging! Simple Beginners Lesson
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Categories Saving & Investing, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn how the recent hiring slowdown, unemployment, and interest rate cuts could impact their job prospects and financial future. Discover what these economic changes mean for loans, wages, and career planning. In today’s lesson, students will explore the connection between the hiring slowdown and the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cuts. They will understand how … Continue reading How the Job Market Slowdown, Unemployment, and Rate Cuts Impact You
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Categories Banking, Borrowing Money, Budgeting, Careers, Credit, Earning Money, Economics, Saving & Investing, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson in how to save money on back-to-school shopping with smart tips and strategies. They will discover how to make school preparation affordable and stress-free, from creating budget-friendly shopping lists to finding the best deals on school supplies. In this lesson, students will learn essential tips for saving money on back-to-school shopping, … Continue reading Back to School Shopping on a Budget Lesson
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Categories Budgeting, Saving & Investing, Spending Money, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson about sales tax and how it impacts their daily purchases. They discover why sales tax is important, how it’s calculated, and tips to save money. In this guide, students understand how sales tax affects their everyday purchases, why it’s crucial, and how it funds public services like schools and parks. They … Continue reading Sales Tax Explained: How it Impacts your Purchases Lesson
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Categories Money Math, Spending Money, Taxes, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
