Economics for kids

Learn about consumers vs producers with this economics worksheet for kids. Suitable for kids ages 6+

I believe that children learn not only by doing, but by being able to make connections to what they are learning. I have put together several economics lessons that incorporate an interactive lemonade stand that allows students to experience...

Financially savvy kids are future leaders!

Do you need some ideas to help you teach economics in grades 5 & 6 confidently? This post will help with basic knowledge and activity ideas!

{Download FREEBIE pack here.} Economics is my absolute FAVORITE social studies unit to teach. There are so many hands-on activities to do with students and they are so eager to earn and spend money! One of my favorite activities is to end with our "Madden's Marketplace." This is a chance for students to put into action all of the things they have learned about being producers and consumers. To begin with, I send home a letter asking students to create paper goods. Why paper? It's something…

Use goods and services picture books to help children understand basic economics principles and buying and selling in the marketplace.

Help your primary students build a solid foundation for personal financial literacy designed to keep them engaged & learning these important concepts.

What is budgeting for kids activities, money lessons for kids, and financial literacy lesson plans, plus free no spend January printable (or no spend worksheet for any month!). Talking to your kids about budgeting and money doesn't need to be intimidating or daunting with these family money tips and activity ideas for kids!

Looking for a fun end-of-unit project for your Economics unit? Look no further! My third graders loved designing their own food truck and menu, creating a business plan, and then shopping at each other's trucks during our Food Truck Festival.

Oh-my-goodness! I have been working feverishly on my new economics unit since 7:00 last night. Since my hubster has been out of town for a college football game, I decided to make use of my free time by creating supplemental resources to use with my Social Studies curriculum and Unit 1 in Reading Street, […]