Economics

Explore how economies work by looking at three economic systems: a Market Economy, a Traditional Economy, and a Command Economy.

Discover how taxes contribute to creating and maintaining public goods like schools, parks, and roads, making our communities better places for everyone.

Discover how international trade connects countries, promotes economic growth, and spreads innovative technologies for a better world.

Explore how different types of market competition, like Perfect Competition, Oligopoly, and Monopoly, affect the games and products we love,

Explore how countries trade goods like maple syrup and cars. Understand the journey of imports and exports and their impact on everyday life.

Explore how specialization helps people and countries focus on specific skills or products, leading to better quality and efficiency, like Germany’s technology and Mexico's food produce.

Explore the essential features of money, from durability to limited supply, that allow it to facilitate the exchange of goods and services effectively.

Explore the concept of scarcity in economics and its profound effects on our daily lives. Learn how businesses, consumers, and governments navigate the challenge of limited resources and unlimited wants.

Explore how the government creates and maintains public goods and services like libraries and playparks that help shape our communities, funded by everyone for everyone's benefit.

The production of various items involves utilizing natural resources, human skills, and man-made tools, essential not only for making chocolate but also for constructing cities, homes, and manufacturing clothing.

The Panic of 1873, triggered by railroad bond failures, reshaped the economic, social and political landscape of the United States for generations.

The American Revolution cost lives, livelihoods and millions of dollars in cold, hard cash. So how did the fledgling United States generate funds, and what impact did the war have on the U.S. economy?

Different economic systems have been developed to meet the needs and wants of the citizens of a country or society. These systems have distinct advantages and downsides for producers, consumers, and governments.

Short animation explaining UN Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth for younger students

Short animation explaining UN Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth for teenage students

Twelve year old Michael explains how young people are taking action on Global Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Fifteen year old Elissa explains how young people are taking action on Global Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Trace the evolution of money, from bartering goods to modern smart cards, and discover how currencies and methods of transaction have influenced global economies.

Economies affect all our lives; both positively with people having more money, and negatively when a country enters a recession. By learning more about your economy, you can help safeguard your own future.

When times get tough, Social Security provides a vital financial lifeline for U.S. citizens in need. But how did this revolutionary legislation come into being and what benefits does it provide?

Everyone has wants and needs. Understanding the difference can help you to make sound choices that keep you healthy and safe.

Money helps people, businesses and countries to buy what they want and need. In this video, learn about how money is used, and why it is important.

How was the European Union formed and how does it benefit its members?

Goods and services fuel the economy by meeting people’s wants and needs through purchases and trades.

The common good is at the heart of all healthy communities, and is supported by community rules that promote fairness and safety for all.

Scarcity occurs when there isn't enough of something for everyone. It’s a common part of life but it teaches kids to make smart choices.

By the year 2020, Gen Z will be the largest generation of consumers ever. However, did you know that what you buy can impact local communities and countries all around the world?