Create a Popstar

A short, engaging video provides a critique of the hyper-consumerist mentality that many think have taken over the Western world. After watching the video, pupils reflect on their own habits and use evidence to respond to discussion and...

Learners discover Buy Nothing Day. In this consumer awareness instructional activity, students discuss their spending habits and consider the effects of mass consumerism. Learners discuss alternative activities to shopping on Buy Nothing...

Don't be rude to food! Scholars see the startling truth about food waste in a disturbing video. The series of statements from individuals around the country paints a picture of good intentions followed by wasteful habits like cooking too...

Young scholars examine credit cards and how they work, analyze credit card applications, and practice good spending habits in a credit card simulation.