Federal Reserve Bank
Monster Musical Chairs and Scarcity
Why can't we have everything we want? Youngsters are introduced to the concept of scarcity through a game of musical chairs and by discussing what it takes to satisfy our wants.
Curated OER
Monsters, Inc.
Learners explain what it means to include others into their group, and to work together to solve a problem.
Curated OER
3-5: Rhythm Beginnings
Students explore tempo. In this rhythm beginnings lesson plan, students differentiate between steady and unsteady beats. Students clap a variety of tempo and then move to the tempo of a song.
Utah Education Network (UEN)
Sensational Subtraction Centers
Engage your kindergarteners in a center-based lesson which provides experience and exposure to the connecting and symbolic levels of subtraction. This excellent lesson has many wonderful activities and handouts included for each of the...
Federal Reserve Bank
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis: Monster Musical Chairs [Pdf]
A lesson based on the book, Monster Musical Chairs, by Stuart J. Murphy. Students learn, through a game of musical chairs, that any supply of goods is limited and not everyone's wants will necessarily be met.