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US Department of Commerce

Us Department of Commerce: Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
Homepage for the US Department of Commerce. This page contains many links and current information. Read the top stories on the home page or visit the newsroom for more information. You can also browse the "jobs" link.
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US Senate

Joint Economic Committee

For Students 9th - 10th
The Joint Economic Committee, composed of memebers from both the United States Senate and the House of Representatives, reviews economic conditions and recommends improvements in economic policy. The content of the website includes...
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Read Works

Read Works: News Debate: Sew Long?

For Teachers 7th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text debating whether home economics courses should or should not be taught in schools. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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National Association of Manufacturers: Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is the home page of the National Association of Manufacturers and is a great starting point to learn more about modern manufacturing.
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National Urban League Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
The homepage of the National Urban League, whose mission "is to enable African Americans to secure economic self-reliance, parity and power and civil rights."
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Curated OER

Cbc.ca: The Crucible Fighting From the Home Front

For Students 6th - 8th
Canada went from a country in economic crisis to one of the world's most industrialized nations during WW11. Canada's economy was revitalized, women joined the work force, the war effort was actively supported; yet unfair times did exist...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: The Economics of Income: Which 'Wood' You Choose?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A key turning point in a nation's economic development is when it starts to use its resources for long term versus short term purposes. A natural resource example is trees: should people use wood for cooking food or building homes?...
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PBS

Pbs: p.o.v. Flag Wars (Economic Competition Between Two Social Classes)

For Students 9th - 10th
A case study in different points of view about the process of gentrification. Explore what happens when new residents move into an older African-American neighborhood. Where realtors and buyers see run-down homes in need of...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The Revolution on the Home Front

For Students 5th - 8th
War is not confined to the battlefield. The economic consequences were great for the Americans during the Revolutionary War. Find out about what British occupation meant, and how women stepped up to keep the economy going while the men...
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Other

Community Economics: Multinational Operations

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explains the terms used when dealing with Multinational operations. Home Country is one of the many terms used throughout this article. Though most of this article deals with taxes, there is much valuable information provided.
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A to Z Home's Cool

A to Z Home's School: Money Matters

For Students 6th - 8th
This homeschooling resource contains useful links to lessons for children about money and economics.
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Other

Bringing History Home: The Progressive Era

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this 4th grade unit, students study how citizens and government of the early 20th century sought solutions to problems that accompanied immigration and industrialization. By focusing on child labor, factory working conditions and...
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Haines: Laptops Templates and Resources

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Looking for ways to easily integrate technology into your classroom? This site lays out a template of 10 classroom sessions that effectively models use of laptops in the classroom. Units include a HS English research paper, health class...
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National Humanities Center

National Humanities Center: Toolbox Library: Cult of Domesticity: Catharine E. Beecher

For Students 9th - 10th
A chapter from Catherine Beecher's book, "A Treatise on Domestic Economy for the Use of Young Ladies at Home and at School." Read how it contributes to the understanding of the American identity.
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Consumer Price Index

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides comprehensive information with topic areas covering statistics, news releases, FAQs, official government publications and more information pertaining to the consumer price index.
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Other

David Suzuki Foundation: Climate Solutions

For Students 9th - 10th
People power is the key to accelerating renewable energy in our homes and throughout our country. By acting together, we can drive real change in Canada that results in cleaner air, healthier communities and sustainable energy systems.
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Nobel Media AB

The Nobel Prize: Official Website of the Nobel Prize

For Students 9th - 10th
Home on the web of the Nobel Prize and the foundation that sponsors the awards, given annually, for outstanding contributions in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace. The site features current winners each year. You will...
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International Trade Administration

International Trade Administration

For Students 9th - 10th
The home page of the International Trade Administration (ITA). Contains a large amount of data about various aspects of international trade. Tables are clearly marked and easily accessible.
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Jiskha Homework Help: Jiskha Homework Help!

For Students 9th - 10th
Click on either of the main headings,school subjects or grade levels, to locate the areas where you are need further instruction. Chat with live tutors or visit the active discussion forums.
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: Cpi the Crystal Ball

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Governments and other financial organizations are constantly measuring trends in the economy to try to predict what will happen next. The ability to successfully predict economic trends has a profound effect on whether or not a business...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: The Road to Emerald City Is Paved With Good Intentions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
'The Wizard of Oz' is perhaps the most popular film ever made. Generations of families have enjoyed this classic tale of Dorothy's struggle to return home from a faraway land. What is not well known, however, is that 'The Wonderful...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: The Mystery of Is It Mine or Ours?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students will learn that people respond predictably to positive incentives (rewards) and negative incentives (penalties). They will identify incentives in their daily lives at home and school. Students will discuss which incentives have...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: The Mystery of Is It Mine or Ours? (Educator Version)

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Did you ride to school on a road today? Yesterday did you skate in a public park? Maybe Mom or Dad traveled home from one of your ball games on their bicycles under a string of street lights? How did the road, the park or the street...
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Digital History

Digital History: Postwar America: 1945 1960

For Students 9th - 10th
Chapter focus on the political, social, and economic events following World War II. Examines both foreign and domestic issues, including the origins of the Cold War and Civil Rights movements.

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