Scarcity, Choices, & Opportunity Costs

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Introduction

Hi Second Grade Economy Explorers!

For this module, we’ll be learning about scarcity, choices, and opportunity costs. You've already learned a little bit about this topic during Reading. We’ll be discussing and learning more about the ways this concept (idea) affects 2nd graders. We’ll also review a little about the economics you learned in kindergarten and first grade. Let’s explore some other interesting information about why all of us - kids and grown-ups, need to learn about making good economic choices.

Today you will need to do the following steps in order to complete the assignment:

Watch the video about making choices.
Complete the interactive - "What Would You Buy"

Video

Watch the video to learn more about making good economic choices.

Assignment

Click Next to complete the What Would You Buy? Assignment.

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