7/8 Economics: Homeschool

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Mrs. Denise Ware

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

The first semester of the course involves learning the history of economics in an engaging format that includes illustrations and humor to break down issues that can be complex. Students learn how society has progressed from trading goods to using currency through the use of a graphic novel.

The second semester involves students learning smart money attitudes, how to spend wisely, and planning for the future. Other topics studied during the course include entrepreneurship, budgeting, writing a resume, opening a bank account, bank loans, credit card use, and God’s principles when it comes to money.

BOOK LIST

  • How An Economy Grows and Why it Crashes
    (ISBN: 9780470526705)
  • Money Matters for Teens
    (ISBN: 9780802446367)
  • Whatever Happened to Penny Candy? (7th ed.)
    (ISBN: 9780942617641)
  • A Bluestocking Guide: Economics (5th ed.)
    (ISBN: 9780942617658)
Level Junior High
Assignments Yes
Quizzes Yes
Tests Yes
Class Length 30-36 weeks
Video Length ~30 minutes
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Mrs. Denise Ware

Mrs. Denise Ware lives on the gulf side of Florida with her husband and three stepsons. Her four adult children live across the country in various places, where she gets to visit and explore different parts of our beautiful country. Mrs. Ware graduated from Baldwin-Wallace College with a BS in Education and from Lesley University with a Master of Education in Technology. She has more than 15 years experience as a Middle/High School teacher, teaching Math, Science, Health, and Economics. Her passion is to prepare students to be assets to their communities and thrive in their environment as they grow into young adults.

Mrs. Ware loves to read, hike, camp, walk on the beach, kayak, paddle board, cook/bake, and make various crafts.

She strives to create an environment where students challenge themselves and learn skills that will aid them in their future endeavors.

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