Fifty Nifty Econ Cards
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Lessons & Activities
46-60 min
The Tortoise and the Hare
OVERVIEW
This lesson uses the tale of the tortoise and the hare to discover the benefits of specialization and determine who has a comparative advantage. Students generalize this knowledge to countries.
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CURRICULUM UNITS
A Yen to Trade
Teach trade, comparative advantage, and barriers to trade with A Yen to Trade Curriculum Unit.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
Ringgits, Rupees, and Rials
Find the exchange rate for the currency of 24 countries.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
Let’s Make a Deal
Learn what conditions are necessary for two people to agree to a trade.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Making Magic
Read a story to illustrate the benefits of trade.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
Tricks of the Trade
Investigate the balance between scarce resources and the benefits of trade.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Trading Circles
Illustrate how the size of a trading area affects goods and resources.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Trading Hurdles
Learn about natural and government-imposed trade barriers.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Pieces of Paper
Compare a barter economy with one that uses money.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
The Road to Riches
Show how changes in transportation affect trade routes and partners.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
31-45 MIN
Trade Connections
Review basic ideas about international trade.
