Council for Economic Education
What Makes an Entrepreneur?
What do the founders of Wendy's and Virgin Airlines have in common? They are both entrepreneurs! Key definitions and case studies help learners brainstorm their own definitions of what it takes to succeed in business. A series of...
Curated OER
Entrepreneurship
Oprah Winfrey, Donald Trump, and Walt Disney are all entrepreneurs. Each of them had the same characteristics: disciplined, self-employed, and willing to take risks. You can introduce children to the idea of entrepreneurship with this...
Curated OER
Use of John Johnson's Life Story in Conjunction With Other Black Entrepreneurs as Role Models for Potential Black Businessmen
Students read an autobiography of John Johnson and discuss how he rose from poverty to be a successful businessman. After reading excerpts of other autobiographies, they brainstorm a list of characteristics of those who were successful...
California Department of Education
What Matters to Me?
Whether you're a self-starting entrepreneur or a cubicle commando, finding a career that suits your personality is a must! The second lesson in a series of five career and college lesson plans focuses on work ethic and values. Learners...
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Frederick W. Smith
Biography of Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx overnight delivery service. Mr. Smith is an entrepreneur who capitalized on the trends of growing global economy and the rise of internet commerce.
PBS
Pbs: Who Made America?: Innovators: Robert Woodruff
From the series, They Made America, on PBS, this biography of Robert Woodruff recognizes how he took the Coca Cola Company from an American success story to an international powerhouse through the power of advertising.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Madam c.j. Walker
In this student-written article, read about Madam C.J. Walker, the pioneering entrepreneur who started the first hair-care products line for African-American women.
Other
Women in History: Madame c.j. Walker
This biographical sketch from the Lakewood Public Library includes facts, accomplishments, and links to websites for further research.