Browse lesson plans

Bartering — A system of exchange

By participating in a game called "Barter Bag" students will be introduced to the concept of trade. This introduces students to the concept of bartering.

Format: lesson plan (grade 2–4 Social Studies)

By Carlene M. White.

"Kids as Decision Makers" -- Distinguishing between Needs and Wants

The students will have hands-on experiences with sorting pictures into groups according to the social studies objective: The learner will apply basic economic concepts to home and school. This lesson will focus on distinguishing between wants and needs.

Format: lesson plan (grade K–1 Social Studies)

By Tonya Kales.

Resources on the web

Hey, mom! What's for breakfast?

In this lesson students working in cooperative groups will to discuss food items they consume for breakfast. Using maps, they will locate countries and investigate elements of foreign culture, particularly food. (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 3 Social Studies)

Provided by: EconEdLink