A penny saved is a penny earned! Scholars research the different ways to save money over a lifetime. They investigate the Rule of 72, compound interest, and sub-prime loans to gain an understanding of how banks aid in the saving process....

Have you ever checked your clothes to see how many nations created them? Pupils take a deeper look at international trade and the balance of payments nations have with one another. They use calculations, simulations, and primary sources...

It's time to communicate without using emojis or hashtags! In the seventh step of a 10-part County Solutions - High School unit scholars analyze professional communication when accomplishing a goal. They use examples, research, and data...

Is a 1040EZ tax form really easy? Scholars investigate the complexities of the United States taxation system with an economics lesson plan. Using a wide variety of web sources, they interpret IRS taxation rules and regulations to better...

How much does it cost to live the life your dream life? Scholars explore the pitfalls of personal finance through planning, discussion, and research. The first lesson in a five-part series tasks individuals with determining an...

Which is better, Coke or Pepsi? Pupils analyze the concept of substitute goods as they investigate the choice to purchase alternate products for better prices. Fun and practical, the engaging shopping exercise helps savvy scholars get...

When you buy a home for $100,000, you pay $100,000—right?  On the list of important things for individuals to understand, the activity presents the concept of interest rates and loan amortization using spreadsheets and online sources....

The price of those new shoes involves more than just money! Individuals explore the concept of opportunity cost using a video clip and gratification discussions. They prepare a budget based off of their set of values in regards to...

A new car sounds enticing, but it's actually a horrible investment. Future consumers learn how quickly new cars depreciate in value (10 percent as you drive it off the lot). An informative video from the Two Cent series also lists some...

Does your significant other have financial secrets? An informative video from the Two Cent series describes how and why to discuss financial goals with partners in a long-term relationship. It provides a list of five questions that...

Don't get snowed under by all your debts. An enlightening video from the Two Cent series discusses how to effectively pay off debt. Rather than the avalanche approach, in which people pay off debts with the highest interest first, the...

You always want to get your money's worth; this is true for colleges, too. Prospective collegians watch an instructive video from the Two Cent series that compares college costs and future earnings. It shows how different degrees and...

Introductory offers and teaser rates make buying with credit seem like a great idea. Scholars learn to interpret and understand these deals and their long-term implications. They figure the overall cost when paying only the minimum...

Develop a moving budget that keeps on moving. Learners investigate the items needed to move into a dorm. They develop a budget to purchase those items, as well as create one for personal living expenses while at college.

Build a guide for Investing 101. Pupils research the stock market and pick a company or companies to invest $25,000. They follow their investments and keep track of profits and losses. Using what they have learned, individuals create a...

Will there be any money left over? Given occupations and a salary, roommates determine their monthly expenses to live together in an apartment. They calculate their take-home salaries and total monthly expenses to find out the amount of...

Take a reality check on personal finance decisions. Pupils select a career and research what they can expect to earn and calculate the take-home pay. Using a mortgage calculator, learners determine how much it will cost to purchase a...

Ratios tell the story of financial stability and success. Individuals use Internet sites to investigate ratios in finance. Throughout the activity, they take assets, liabilities, sales, costs, inventory, and expenses into consideration.

Does Bob make enough to live on his own? Given a hypothetical scenario, pupils determine whether Bob should continue to live at home, share an apartment, or live on his own. They determine Bob's take-home salary and build a budget for...

What makes an item change price over time? Inflation is the obvious answer, but it's not always the correct explanation. High schoolers watch a short, illustrative video about inflation and other causes of price change, as well as the...

Money may not be able to buy happiness, but economic security can certainly contribute to overall happiness. A video from Crash Course economics presents the ways happiness can and cannot be quantified, including the value of intrinsic...

How is the Federal Reserve like your body's circulatory system? A short video explains the ways the Fed keeps money moving through the economy much like blood passes through veins and arteries. Focusing on retail payments, the video...

Based on your current level of human capital, how long would it take you to earn $1,000,000? What about your potential human capital? Learners explore the importance of education and experience when entering the workforce, and compare...