Describe the first Earth Day in 1970 and learn what governmental steps were taken after Earth Day to address the environmental concerns of American citizens. Discuss whether Earth Day is still needed today. Details »
Classroom Resources
Build a recycling service and get a city's total recycling level to 80% in this online game. Learn about the economics of waste management. Details »
Explore how one family weighs the cost of eating fast food against healthier options at the grocery store. Discuss the economics of the food industry and how the cost of food affects your choices. Details »
Examine the factors that influence your family's eating habits. Determine how United States agricultural subsidies affect the price of certain foods and the result this has on nutrition, health and the economy. Details »
Discover the new science of behavioral economics and explore how mood, decision making and economic activity are tightly interwoven using lesson plans, interactives and videos. Details »
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Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders
Investigate how immigration, assimilation, discrimination, prejudice and pride are all part of the history of interaction between the predominant American culture and Asian Americans.
Crime and Justice
Analyze crime statistics, juvenile justice and overcrowded prisons as you evaluate your views of the criminal justice system.
