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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Categories Economics, Spending Money, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
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 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
Students learn a lesson on what inflation is, why it happens, and how it impacts their finances. Discover practical tips to protect money from rising prices. In this lesson, students will learn about what inflation is and how it affects the prices of goods and services. They will discover why inflation happens, how it’s measured, … Continue reading Inflation Explained: How to Protect your Money Lesson
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Categories Borrowing Money, Budgeting, Economics, Saving & Investing, Spending Money, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn the essentials of managing finances, from understanding income sources to controlling expenses. They discover simple strategies for saving, avoiding debt, and planning for future financial goals. Explore the basics of managing finances with a focus on income, expenses, budgeting, and setting financial goals. Understand different ways to earn money, including passive income from … Continue reading What are Income and Expenses? A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Money Management Lesson
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Categories Budgeting, Credit, Debt, Earning Money, Saving & Investing, Spending Money, Taxes, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson about stagflation, its definition, causes, and effects on their daily life and finances. In this overview, viewers will explore the economic condition where stagnant growth meets rising inflation. The lesson covers the definition of stagflation, its causes such as supply shocks and policy missteps, and the personal consequences like higher living … Continue reading What Is Stagflation and How Does It Affect You Lesson
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