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Federal Reserve Economic Fundamentals: Elementary Curriculum

Introduce basic economic concepts that are designed for elementary school learners with ten independent hands-on lesson plans.

Saturday Sancocho

Learn about money's advantages over barter.

Consumers and Producers

Understand that people are both producers and consumers.

Mr. Cookie Baker

Read a story and identify economic resources.

The Little Red Hen Makes A Pizza

Illustrate the roles consumers and producers play.

The Berenstain Bears: Mad Mad Mad Toy Craze

Define buyers, goods, price, and sellers; identify prices and sellers for common goods.

How Do I Use Economics In My Life?

Explore how economics is a part of students’ everyday lives.

What Is an Economy?

Learn about supply, demand, and the flow of goods and services.

A Story of Interest (and Supervision!)

Explore the concepts of interest, savings, and budgeting.

The Story of Monetary Policy

Understand the importance of monetary policy and the Federal Reserve’s key responsibilities.

The Story of the Federal Reserve System

Read about the Federal Reserve’s structure and key responsibilities.

Once Upon A Dime

Learn about barter, currency, and banking.