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Lesson Plan
Social Science Education Consortium

Ssec: Minimum Wage: Does Raising the Rate Help Young Workers? [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This investigation will help students examine issues related to the minimum wage, including: What does economic theory suggest will result in minimum-wage earnings and employment if the minimum wage is increased? Does an increase in the...
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Graphic
US Department of Labor

U.s. Department of Labor: Minimum Wage Laws in the States

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the minimum wage laws in the 50 states.
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Unit Plan
C-SPAN

C Span Classroom: Teaching About Minimum Wage

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource material for students and teachers on the minimum wage in the U.S. and whether or not Congress and the President should act to raise the minimum wage. Students examine pros and cons by watching C-SPAN videos for background...
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Article
A&E Television

History.com: Minimum Wage in America: A Timeline

For Students 9th - 10th
Since 1938, the U.S. federal government has established that workers are entitled to a base hourly wage. Which workers receive that minimum -- and how much -- has remained a political issue.
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Handout
Auburn University

Auburn University: A Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Price Controls

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from Auburn University the term "price controls" is defined. The online edition of "A Glossary of Political Economy Terms" by Dr. Paul M. Johnson of Auburn University is provided here.