Homegrown: Resources Developed by Educators

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This collection features a variety of economic education lessons crafted by dedicated teachers for dedicated teachers. These lessons are designed to effectively utilize the Internet as a teaching tool, making economics accessible and engaging for learners of all ages, from elementary students to adults.

We take pride in our teachers for their hard work and commitment to providing high-quality educational materials. Their innovative approaches not only foster economic literacy but also inspire students to explore the intricacies of economics in the real world.

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Homegrown Resources

Each lesson includes direct links to the resources created by Arkansas educators, showcasing their creativity and expertise. These lessons cover a range of economic concepts, providing interactive and practical applications that enhance understanding and facilitate learning.

  • No Extra Room on the Mayflower – written by Brenda Love from T. G. Smith Elementary in Springdale, Arkansas
  • The Mitten – written by Stacey Pehosh from R. E. Baker Elementary School in Bentonville, Arkansas
  • The Color of Resources – written by Stacey Pehosh from R. E. Baker Elementary School
  • A New Coat for Anna – written by Stacey Pehosh from R.E. Baker Elementary School
  • Stick Horse Rodeo (Word doc): A unit for first-graders in Springdale, Arkansas. Great way to teach economics using a local resource, the Rodeo of the Ozarks. Students ride stick horses as they participate in rodeo events.

Who’s Out to Lunch: The Economics of the Food Service Industry : Fun and relevant curriculum for middle school and food science students. They analyze the food service industry as they learn economic concepts of scarcity, choice, supply, demand, cost of production, entrepreneurship and more. This curriculum was written by Missouri teachers and sponsored by the Greater Kansas City Restaurant Association.

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