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Lesson Plan
Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: All in Business

For Teachers 6th - 8th
This activity on entrepreneurship can be used to help young scholars understand what innovations are, and what it takes to get an idea off the ground. This activity will take students through the process of calculating risks associated...
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs: Rewards and Challenges of Self Employment

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Analyze the rewards and challenges of self-employment.
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Article
Biz Move

Biz Move: What Business Should You Start

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover the advantages and disadvantages of running your own business. This article also discusses characteristics of an entrepreneur and tips on choosing a business.
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Article
Other

Small Business Association: Is Entrepreneurship for You?

For Students 9th - 10th
In the U.S. Small Business Administration's Small Business Startup Kit, this section walks you through the characteristics required to be an entrepreneur. It concludes with the advantages of owning your own business.