Pupils learn foundational economic concepts and consider the importance of decision-making, how to evaluate choices and alternatives, and the benefits of consistent training and practice by learning about the early life of Michael Jordan.

Concepts

human capital, making decisions, opportunity cost

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Classroom Considerations

• Much of the lesson revolves around a book titled On the Court with...Michael Jordan. You can purchase this book and make copies of the segments you need for your class, or you can also find a similar story for which the instructional guidelines will apply. The hands-on game can also be used independently of reading the text

Pros

• Includes engaging, hands-on paper cup tower game
• All handouts included
• Pupils can use decision-making model as a general life-skills practice

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.5.1 RI.5.4 RI.6.1 RI.6.4 RI.7.1 RI.7.4