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In this lesson, students will examine the Federal Reserve Act of 1913 and the establishment of the unique structure and functions of the Federal Reserve System.

Students review the origins of the Constitution and its predecessor, the Articles of Confederation. They learn about the differences between those who identified as Federalists and Anti-Federalists, and their opinions on a central bank.

In this lesson, students view a film segment about the early United States and the first Bank of the United States. They work in groups to examine quotations from Hamilton’s and Jefferson’s letters to President Washington and summarize the arguments.

In this lesson, students view a film segment from The Federal Reserve and You that introduces the Federal Reserve. Using an anticipation/reaction guide, students learn what the Fed is, what it does, and what its impact on the economy is.

Balance of Power explores the Federal Reserve Bank's role throughout history, emphasizing the theme of independence of the central bank from political control. The associated Teaching Guide will help students develop an overview of the functions of the Federal Reserve and its responsibilities to U.S. citizens by looking at the challenges that the Federal Reserve has faced, as well as the resulting changes in its role.

View this video to learn how the Fed makes sure banks are operating safely.

This animated video explores the role of the 12 regional Reserve Banks in the Federal Reserve System.

Watch this animated video to learn all about the role of the Federal Reserve as the U.S. central bank.

This lesson presents a history of Federal Reserve events and milestones from 1907 to 1935. Defining events are highlighted by a readers' theater. Students then complete a handout, centennial Journal, and essay over the Federal Reserve.

This lesson plan gives students an overview of the Federal Reserve System and its three central missions - monetary policy, supervision and regulation, and financial services.