Economics+Unit

(From Liz) This is the site from Greg Curtis : [] This is the science based curriculum from Matt but in the 4-8 section is a simulation that looks at how factories around the world may produce parts for one item and so need communication. - on pages 14 and 15 [] How to run a mini-economy in the classroom (what 3B is doing this year): []

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