What Makes Something Useful as Money?
Explain what makes something useful as money.
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46-60 min
Fiat Money & Cryptocurrency--What is Money?
OVERVIEW
In this lesson, students will attempt to make a purchase without the benefit of a common currency. They will learn how a stable, unified money system can act as a medium of exchange, a unit of account, and a store of value.
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LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Pieces of Paper
Compare a barter economy with one that uses money.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Early Forms of Money
Introduce forms of money used by different cultures throughout history.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
My Money Workbook
Learn about money, money substitutes, and barter.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
Fifty Nifty Econ Cards
Use these vocabulary cards in your classroom to make economics and personal finance fun!
