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Tripod: Bananas and the Negative Consequences for Costa Rica

For Students 9th - 10th
Article that discuss the modern banana industry. The problems discussed have been a part of South America since the beginning.
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Website
Other

Ron's World Paper Money: Kenya

For Students 9th - 10th
Features numerous examples of the banknotes used in the African nation of Kenya. Examples of other African paper currency are also available.
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Website
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs will give you an introduction to the economy of Israel. Use the blue toolbar on the top of the screen to read in more detail about foriegn trade, the public sector, wages, industry, and...
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Website
Other

Official Bank of Bangladesh

For Students 9th - 10th
Officially representing the Bangladesh Bank, this site offers many economic statistics and data. Links to the left give much background information the financial systems of Bangladesh.
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Lesson Plan
Other

Michigan Department of Agriculture: Risks vs Benefits in Food Production [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Michigan Department of Agriculture provides this site that teaches students about the risks and benefits involved with food production. Includes a detailed lesson plan along with a list of terms and definitions. Gives great background...
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Sukromne Gymnazium: The Study of Economics [Pdf]

For Students 4th - 8th
An introduction to basic concepts in beginning economics.
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Information Technology Associates

Theodora: Maldives: Economy 2017

For Students 9th - 10th
This information on Maldives' economy is from the 2007 CIA fact book. Find out what else keeps Maldives going besides tourism.
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Website
The Federal Reserve System

Federal Reserve Board: Beige Book

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides access to the Beige Book, published eight times per year. Each Federal Reserve Bank gathers anecdotal information on current economic conditions in its district through reports from bank and branch directors, and...
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: How Are We Living?

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
In this instructional activity, students collaborate to research economic systems of the United States and two other countries. Students will collect, evaluate, and synthesize information to create a multimedia presentation that compares...
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Business Week: Alan Greenspan's Brave New World

For Students 9th - 10th
This 1997 article covers Alan Greenspan's career and analyzes the economic climate (past, present, and projected future) during the boom years of the 1990s.
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Website
Information Technology Associates

Photius: Afghan Economics

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed information about the economy of the nation of Afghanistan.
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Other

About Korea: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the fast-growing economy of South Korea from this article from the Korean Cultural Service. Information is provided through 2006 on Gross National Income, Personal GNI, and Imports and Exports.
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Other

About Korea: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the fast-growing economy of South Korea from this article from the Korean Cultural Service. Information is provided through 2006 on Gross National Income, Personal GNI, and Imports and Exports.
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Unit Plan
Texas Public Broadcasting

Texas Pbs: Texas Our Texas: The Great Depression and World War Ii 1930 1945

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the difficulties Texans faced during the Great Depression and World War II as people who depended on the land.
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Website
Federal Reserve Bank

Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis: Federal Reserve System

For Students 9th - 10th
This Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis webpage provides links to resources about the Federal Reserve System, Board, and Banks.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Algeria: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Petroleum is king in the Algerian economy, but read how the government is trying to diversify its economy. There is a chart showing all aspects of the Algerian economy. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Angola: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting look at the economy of Angola focusing primarily on its vast petroleum reserves and oil production. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Antigua and Barbuda: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A good look at the economy of Antigua and Barbuda showing how it is diversifying and growing. Read the chart which shows the parts of the economy. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Armenia: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the current state of the economy in Armenia from the U.S. Dept. Background Notes. The country's economy is becoming stronger after the break-up of the Soviet Union.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Barbados: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the government of Barbados which is based on the British parliamentary system. You can find out about the elections, political parties, and branches of government. Information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Belarus: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the current state of the economy of Belarus, its strengths and weaknesses. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Brunei: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting look at how Brunei is trying to maximize its development and control over its petroleum industry. There is also discussion of its other industries that produce products for local use. Information from the U.S. State Dept....
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Bulgaria: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the economy of Bulgaria and the attempts to improve it with growth and stability. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Cameroon: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
The economy of Cameroon has encountered many bumps along the road, but you can read about the government's attempt to get it back on track by meeting its financial obligations. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.