Hand Picked Resources for Educators
Downsize Your Debt
This lesson introduces the problems associated with debt through viewing The Dangerous Pet power point. Students learn about budgeting and plan ways to earn income to pay off a group debt.
Behave Yourself: Behavioral Economics for Kids
Students are introduced to four behavioral economics concepts: bandwagon effect; endowment effect; loss aversion; and mental accounting. They participate in activities that illustrate each concept to better understand the concept's effect on their behavior. Students discuss situations in their everyday lives that relate to these concepts.
A Loan at Last
This role play activity introduces students to the loan process involved in buying a car. They learn about credit history and reports, as well as the importance of being a credit worthy consumer.Popular Resource For Educators
Money Museum
Money Museum lessons focus on banks and their importance to the U.S. economy. Tours of the Money Museums are available at the Kansas City and Denver offices.
Federal Reserve Education
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In Plain English: Making Sense of the Federal Reserve
Need to learn - or teach someone else - about the Federal Reserve? In plain English will show you around the Federal Reserve System, introducing you to who we are and what we do.
Entrepreneurship Video Series: A1 Pet Emporium
Students meet Trisha Clark, an entrepreneur with a passion for helping animals, and learn about her pet business startup. The video emphasizes community outreach as an important component in the development of her business.
