Does lowering the corporate tax rate help create jobs in the United States? Learners explore the top pro and con arguments and quotes relating to the issue. They read background information about the creation of the federal corporate...

Churches have been tax-exempt since the founding of America, but should they be? Pupils ponder the question as they browse the website in preparation for a class debate or discussion. They research the history of tax-exemption for...

Fourth graders read Stone Fax and explore earning money, saving, credit and taxes. In this taxes lesson, 4th graders complete a worksheet to develop understanding of paying off debts, keeping a checkbook, calculating sales tax and...

Fourth graders explore the concept of taxes and gather relevant information to become a tax 'expert. In this taxes activity, 4th graders work in teams to find information regarding different areas in taxes. Students work together to...

Students define and discuss sales tax, identify items for which they do or do not have to pay sales tax, research information online about sales tax in their state, and complete practice sheet that requires calculating sales tax percent...

Students examine both sides of arguments surrounding given debates. They use the internet and other research to collect information to support their stand on the controversial issue. Students debate their chosen topic. This lesson plans...

What exactly is the fiscal cliff? What are the effects of changing income tax rates and payroll tax rates? Your learners will begin by reading news articles and examining graphs illustrating the "Bush tax cuts" of 2001 and 2003. They...

Students explore Chinese culture by reading a story with their class. In this Chinese economics lesson plan, students read a chapter from the story The Fastest Pig in the West and define the chopstick tax that was enacted in China....

Young scholars discuss the role of taxes and tax deductions in the maintence of community services. A practice W-4 form is completed by students who identify their exemptions. This lesson is intended for young scholars acquiring English.

Students examine the results of the Mexican War from both countries. They analyze the impact of a war for the losing side. They also compare the politics of the time of the Mexican war with those of today.

Students identify "count" and "non-count" nouns, and examine and discuss the Earned Income Tax Credit. They define key vocabulary words, complete various worksheets, read a newspaper article, and answer discussion questions.

Students explore percentages in real world situations. In this percents lesson, students determine the final sales price after discounts. Students interview community members and determine how percentages are used in the real world.

The Paradise Papers, a year-long research project from the International Consortium of Investigative Journalism (ICIJ) exposed how political leaders, business people, and wealthy individuals used offshore entities to avoid taxes and hide...

Use this presentation to help English learners prepare for their upcoming citizenship test. It includes questions 51-100 from the History and Government section of the exam (questions 1-50 can be found in a different presentation, linked...

In this English worksheet, students read "Ex-Thai PM's Wife Guilty of Tax Evasion," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.

Students study counting and non-counting vocabulary, change singular to plural nouns, and determine the importance of completing tax returns. They use flashcards and vocabulary drill sheets. They watch a video.

Students read the novel Stone Fox and review economic concepts including income, goods, and services. They define the following terms: capital, credit, credit risk and summarize their reading by reading several chapters at a time. They...

Give learners a crash course in balancing the books on the United States federal government level with an economics and government resource. Class members engage in a warm-up discussion and brainstorming session before answering...

Students examine the terms social securtiy tax, social security, retirement and benefits. They respond to different commands about forms needed for employment. They practice filling out Social Security and W-4 forms.

Students examine and view a variety of employment facts/legalities that comes with employment in the United States including social security, income tax deductions and W-4 forms, just to mention a few.

Students develop an understanding of how federal revenues are gained by taxes. This foundation enable students to decipher changes in federal tax policy. Groups of students study different types of taxes and prepare presentations on each...

Middle schoolers participate in a mock trial on the Whiskey Rebellion that took place in the state of Pennsylvania in 1794. They analyze the perspectives presented by both sides to determine whether the Whiskey "rebels" were guilty of...

What led to the fall of Rome? Scholars have debated the question since the end of the great empire. Young historians consider the same question through an economic lens using an engaging lesson that involves a hands-on evaluation of the...

In small groups students examine the Senate plan and four sample plans from individuals. Clarify vocabulary as needed. Students discuss good and bad points in plans.Students create a group budget plan.Student groups send their plans to...