Young scholars investigate how the economy works by role playing in their class.  In this money management instructional activity, students read parts from a script for use in a role playing instructional activity simulating the...

Students create a list of products with estimated prices. In this algebra lesson, students learn to write equations using variables. They match their created list with that of actual products and compare their prices,

Learners complete several activities to learn about currency and the functions of money. In this money functions lesson, students complete activities to learn what are the functions of money. Learners calculate item prices with...

In this lesson students investigate what it would cost to furnish one room of their choice by shopping on the Internet. Both Australian and American dollars are to be given for each item to demonstrate the difference between two...

Students comprehend and apply concepts of data analysis and distributions by observing modes of transportation for food and fiber products. They are given an activity sheet "On the Lookout for Agriculture." Students discuss the discuss...

Students plan a one-month budget, allowing for unexpected expenses. Using checkbook skills, they pay mock bills. Working in small groups, students watch a teacher-prepared Powerpoint presentation, visit financial Websites, and utilize...

Students learn about credit cards and scores and how to and not to use them. In this financial concept lesson plan, students are given hypothetical scenarios where they are able to apply learning's to given situations as they figure...

High schoolers examine credit components and how each works within our economy today. In this financial literacy lesson plan, students explore credit terms and make decisions based on real credit card offers that they find in their on...

Pupils explore how books are sorted in a library. In this sorting lesson, students play a game where they have to fill the shelves with books that share a common theme. Pupils compare this game to a real library. Students discuss how a...

In this line graph worksheet, students analyze the data on a graph about toy-related injuries by year. Students solve 5 problems in which the change in injuries per year is calculated and recorded on a table.

Learners form a classroom cooperative. In this service learning lesson, students explore how to form and run a cooperative and decide as a class how to implement their cooperative plan. Learners use funds raised from the cooperative's...

High schoolers explore the concept of debit and credit cards. In this debit and credit card lesson, students read an article about debit and credit cards. High schoolers discuss differences between the two forms of payment. Students...

In this addition of like fractions worksheet, learners use space given to show work and solve a set of 4 fraction addition problems. Answers are included on page 2.

Students explore the world of credit. In this finance lesson, students examine the use of credit and discuss financial fitness. Students create a brochure or poster to educate others on the types of credit and how to stay financially fit.

Ninth graders explore applications of Algebra.  In this Algebra I lesson, studetns investigate eight applications of algebra ranging form the mathematics of roller coasters to tracking the popularity of a web site.

Students explore economics by participating in a role-play activity. In this consumerism lesson, students identify the Great Depression, the cause of the financial collapse and the devastation it caused people their own age. Students...

Young scholars identify he proportion of a cereal box. In this algebra lesson, students define the relationship between patterns, functions and relations. They model their understanding using the cereal box.

Student solve problems using a flow chart. They solve real-world problems by using a diagram or model. They create their own diagrams for problem-solving. They explain how they drew the diagram and solved the problem.

Students explore mathematics by participating in a pizza pie activity. In this nutrition lesson, students identify the caloric intake in a piece of pizza and estimate the average number of slices eaten by a person. Students utilize...

Students create an image using given coordinates and evaluate how the coordinates change when a slide or rotation takes place.

Learners investigate color distribution in bags of M&Ms They sort and classify the contents of a bag of M&Ms and summarize their findings on a worksheet. Students convert the numbers into charts and make predictions about color...

Students form a company to see it they can create a product that can sell and make a profit for the company. Working in small groups, they create a business plan and gather the resources to make their product. Students market and sell...

Sixth graders complete a purchase order. In this ratios and patterns instructional activity, 6th graders work in groups to complete a purchase order for a grand opening of the school snack bar. Students use rations to figure out the need...

Sixth graders investigate estimating. In this estimating lesson, 6th graders estimate how much rice is eaten around the world. Students estimate the percentages of rice eaten by other countries. Students compare rice production to...