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\nPolitical Systems\n

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\nDesigned for social studies classes, this collection of lessons examine both the history and the current state of US government institutions, policies, and economic programs.\n
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\nThe American Currency Exhibit\n

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\nExamine the historical structure, the purposes, and functions of the United States monetary system. Your class engages in a scavenger hunt to compare U.S. currency notes from specific eras throughout U.S. history. They work to identify...\n
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\nEpisode 20: Monetary Policy\n

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\nWhen times are bad, can the government step in and help the economy bounce back? Scholars research the role of The Federal Reserve System (FED) in assisting the economy with interest rate changes as well as influencing spending by...\n
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\nMoney - A Brief History Of The American Dollar - Part 1 of 2\n

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\nWhat is a dollar? Trace the dollar through US history. First it started as a silver or gold piece, then it became a promissory note, and eventually it became the bill we know today. Pink Floyd's \"Money\" plays quietly in the background...\n
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\nHow the Federal Reserve Works, Part 1\n

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\nWhat is money? Journey back in time to see different forms of money at different points in US history. From trading to the first gold coin to the US dollar, your class will see the evolution of money in early American years. This is part...\n
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\nWhat is Currency?\n

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\nStudents study the history of currency and the monetary system of historic Akan people, who lived on the Atlantic coast of Africa. This outstanding series of lessons is multi-disciplinary and contains many activities for different...\n
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\nThe Fed Explains the Central Bank\n

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\nWhat does the Federal Reserve actually do? Explore the three main responsibilities of the Fed—setting monetary policy, regulating and supervising banks, and acting as a bank for the federal government—with a short and engaging video.\n
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\nNapoleon and the War of the Third Coalition\n

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\nThis video begins with a timeline of the main events in Napoleon's career (starting in 1799). It details the War of the Third Coalition and the transition of the Holy Roman Empire into the Confederation of the Rhine. Maps, paintings, and...\n
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\nBaseball Lesson: Barter vs. Money\n

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\n4th graders view this PowerPoint to recognize the difference between the monetary and barter systems. The author of this resource defines or likens Barter to a swap and misleadingly states that money was invented because bartering took...\n
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\nInternational Monetary Fund\n

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\nTwelfth graders examine the role of the International Monetary Fund. They participate in activities to discover the funtion of the organization. They also focus on fair trade and cooperation between its members.\n
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\nInternational Monetary Fund\n

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\nTwelfth graders discover the role of the International Monetary Fund. They use the internet to answer questions about the organization. They discuss the positive and negatives associated with the IMF.\n
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\nSex Discrimination: Crash Course Government and Politics #30\n

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\nHow does the Constitution protect someone from discrimination at the workplace, in school, or in a public setting? Scholars research United States government and politics to grasp how the law handled sexual discrimination over the...\n
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\nDonut Dinero\n

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\nStudents set up a classroom currency exchange and explore the idea of bartering to get what they want. They create a monetary unit that is based on fractions and multiples of a standard unit, and compare this system to the U.S. monetary...\n
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\nTrading Traditions: Based on the American Samoa Quarter Reverse\n

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\nLearners investigate U.S. Currency by researching American Samoa.  In this monetary unit instructional activity, students define the reverse and obverse of a coin while completing a currency related worksheet.  Learners...\n
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\nWe're in the Money\n

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\nYoung scholars study money and its place in the economy.  In this middle school Consumer Math lesson, students explore the barter system and the need for money.  Young scholars explore how money works in society and explore...\n
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\nWhat Can We Learn about India from a Ten Rupee Bank Note? \n

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\nThe class finds and cites evidence showing India's unity in diversity and work to recognize some of the complex interactions of a civilized community. They read to understand how geography, history, politics, economics,...\n
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\nCurrent Currencies\n

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\nStudents explore the nature of money. They view how monetary systems evolved. They examine how different cultures value money and how foreign exchange rates work. Charting currency exchange rates begin.\n
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\nThe Euro: Money Changes Everything\n

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\nStudents explore the impact of the euro on nations of the European Union (EU). In this euro lesson, students examine exchange rates within the EU as well as outside the EU in order to better understand the implications of changing...\n
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\nAirborne & Special Operations Museum OSS Crossword Puzzle\n

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\nIn this history worksheet, students answer key questions and/or descriptions to complete the puzzle related to Special Operations. There are 21 words/names needed to complete the puzzle.\n
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\nRevolutionary Money\n

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\nExamine paper money from the American revolution! Historians study the paper bills and discuss the history of money. How has money changed over the times? Activities are included. \n
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\nThe Fed's Role in Making & Setting Monetary Policy\n

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\nStudents study inflation and its relationship to money and pricing. In groups, students examine how investment decisions have changed since the 1970's. After looking at a designated website, students discover the reason for printing...\n
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\nReparations for Slavery\n

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\nStudents analyze slavery reparations. In this American history lesson plan, students examine the pros and cons of paying reparations for slavery and participate in a discussion.\n
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\nStudents explore the nature of money and how foreign exchange rates work. They write reports based on their research.\n
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\nManaging Your Money\n

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\nStudents use the internet to gather information on saving money. They describe the history of money and the responsibilities of the United States Mint. They list their own personal goals and keep a journal as they operate a lemonade...\n
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