Third graders discover through this simulated activity that resources are unequally distributed throughout the world and that regions use resources differently. They, in groups, are assigned to research a different hemisphere.

Students explore the role of government in the economy market. In this economics lesson, students analyze the decision making and how it takes into consideration additional cost, benefits and public awareness of what they are trying to...

Students explore how the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has impacted the people and economies of North America and Mexico.

Students explore world trade issues. In this economics lesson, students read "Opening Doors to Vietnam," and discuss the trade negotiations between Vietnam and the Untied States. Students conduct further research on the topic and...

Students explore the role of the International Monetary fund.  In this secondary Economics instructional activity, students focus on the history, mission, and structure of the IMF.  Students examine the past and continuing...

Learners discover how to live on a low budget. In this economics lesson, students investigate how the value of money in different countries affects market exchange. They should be familiar with money exchange policy.  

Young scholars take a closer look at the G8 Summit of 2005. In this economics lesson, students listen to a lecture about the summit and explore the meaning of terminology related to the topic.

Students complete geography and trade activities about global trade. In this geography and trade instructional activity, students read information to learn about absolute advantage, comparative advantage, trade factors, U.S. trade...

Learners explore the concept of international trade. In this economics lesson plan, students read the 2 provided handouts about international trade and then discuss their content. 

How can both individuals and governments respond to climate change and take responsibility to reduce its effects on our environment? Here you will find three lessons filled with discussion, debate, and role-playing...

What are the benefits of a single EU market? Class members conclude their examination of the European Union by focusing on the single market concept designed to bring down barriers, create more jobs, and increase prosperity.

Is containing a conflict possible in the Horn of Africa? Young peacekeepers engage in a simulation that examines the multi-faceted conflict that exists between the countries of Ethiopia and Eritrea. Representatives from ten countries in...

Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary resources. In this Korean history lesson, students examine the provided information on life in Korea. Students respond to the questions that accompany each source. Students then...

After a lecture about how the first industrial revolution triggered the path to climate change, your environmental studies class discusses what the impacts are. In a culminating activity, they get into groups and identify countries on a...

Learners examine the fluctuating gas prices and the effect it has on the Canadian economy by reviewing an online database that contains information on the retail price of gas for Canada's largest cities.

Students examine the changes that have occured in China's economy. They identify areas of competition between the United States and China. They use the internet to gather more information.

Ninth graders study the unique and economic and political model of modern day People's Republic of China. They make an effort to determine if the unique brand of socialism with a market-type economy as currently practiced is ...

Young scholars identify and describe major geographical features of the Middle East and explain how these features and other natural resources influence the economy of the area. Then they research one of the middle-eastern countries...

Students bake bread with a dual purpose: to explore, through the metaphor of baking bread, the potential dynamics and purposes of a classroom, and to begin investigating the idea that everyday things are connected to the local/global...

Students share ideas on international trade. They research Canadian trade agreements and European protectionism. finally students evaluate advantages and disadvantages of different topics associated with international trade.

Young scholars compare and contrast the ways in which people and goods move between European countries prior to and post European Union creation. Students simulate product movement through four different countries prior to the creation...

Students examine the advantages and disadvantages of world trade. They participate in a class discussion of international trade, read a handout about a specific country, and in small groups label a map with agricultural commodity...

Students examine the economic effects of a strong and weak U.S. dollar. They identify the currency used in countries which regularly trade with the U.S., discuss the pros and cons of a strong U.S. dollar, and calculate the prices in...

Students investigate spice trade. In this world history lesson, students identify various spices in jars and their places of origin. Students listen to a lecture on how spices came to countries in Europe. Students complete a source...