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Prevent the Federal Reserve System from becoming a dry topic for your middle and high schoolers by using an informative, engaging resource! The cartoon takes your class on a journey with aliens from the planet of Novus to observe the United States Federal Reserve System. They read funny anecdotes and interesting relevant facts to better understand a variety of economic concepts.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
the federal reserve system, banking, loans, money, business, the economy, the united states economy, economics, economic systems, the federal government, the federal budget, alexander hamilton, recessions, currency, united states currency, interest rates, inflation, deflation, the unemployment rate, financial goals, financial crises
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Instructional Ideas
- Flip your classroom by assigning scholars to read the cartoon at home before discussing it the next day
- Differentiate for GATE students by asking them to compare the scenarios to different current economic events
Classroom Considerations
- Must have Internet access to view the cartoon; otherwise, download the project the image
Pros
- Uses colorful imagery and an interesting way of storytelling to explain complex ideas
- Entertains and keeps the attention of easily distracted pupils
- Gives real-world examples that make the content relatable
Cons
- None