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Wentworth, Donald R.; And Others – Elementary Economist, 1982
The theme article of this issue, "Spending Money Wisely," by Donald R. Wentworth, begins with an explanation of basic strategies which aid wise spending. The article goes on to provide an introduction to economic reasoning related to consumer purchases and focusing on the role of incentives, scarcity, and alternatives. Four teaching units follow…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Concept Teaching, Consumer Education, Decision Making
Swanson, Gerald J.; And Others – Elementary Economist, 1983
The theme article of this issue concerns money management, with the focus on budgeting, interest, credit, savings, and investment. The 4 units which follow this conceptual background for teachers are divided according to grade level. The first unit, designed for pre-kindergarten involves students in listening to Mother Goose rhymes that have…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Budgeting, Concept Teaching, Consumer Education