Producers and Consumers
Define what a consumer is
Understand how consumers use goods and services
Recognize different ways people are consumers
“He who has a generous eye will be blessed; for he shares his food with the poor.”
— Proverbs 22:9 (WEB)Shows how we use resources and care for others
Gather students in a circle and ask them about things they bought or used recently
Explain that a consumer is someone who buys and uses things made by others
Students will take turns being shoppers and store owners
Simpler: Use fewer items in the store
Challenge: Add price tags and make exact change
Recap what we learned about consumers
Dear God, thank You for providing us with the things we need. Help us to be thankful consumers and to use Your gifts wisely.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn how people can be both producers and consumers!
“He who has a generous eye will be blessed; for he shares his food with the poor.”
— Proverbs 22:9 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Generous Consumer Game
Children are learning basic economic concepts through play
Understanding the difference between wanting and needing things
Child's ability to explain what a consumer does
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