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On-Demand Webinar

Bunnyland: Economics and Personal Finance Lessons for the Primary Classroom

July 20 6:00-7:00pm ET
Time: 60 mins,
Presenter: Lynne Stover
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Objective

Teachers will be able to:

  • Learn how to introduce the concepts of saving, spending, earning and giving.
  • Easily use the presented lessons and activities in their classrooms, after school programs or summer enrichment clubs.

Standards

State Standards

Concepts

Decision Making/Cost-Benefit Analysis, Goods and Services, Savings

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In this personal finance webinar, preview a new book series for primary students with stories featuring basic economic concepts.

Description

This session will feature the books of Cinder McLeod’s Moneybunny series:  “Earn It!, “Give It!,” “Save It!” and “Earn It!”

These illustrated titles are perfect for teaching young students basic economic concepts with a focus on good decision making as a practical life skill.   Included are ready- made lessons, online links to helpful read- alouds and an annotated bibliography.

Resources

Subjects:
Economics,Personal Finance

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