3littlekeets Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 My 6th grader has been interested in the economy for over a year. He likes to watch the stock reports; he wants to understand the housing market crash, and the like. I have NO idea how to help him learn more or what resources to bring into our home that would be appropriate for a self-motivated, eager learner of his age. He wants to take his savings and buy stock (YIKES or Yay...I don't know yet), but I told him he needs to better understand the hows and whys before plunking his money down (and it is every penny since he was 2 years old, LOL....he loves money :D). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilikemyhomeschool Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 We just got LOF pre-algebra with economics and has a lot of cool info. I know is a math curriculum, but he doesn't have to do all the exercises. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HS Mom in NC Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 Basic Economics by Thomas Sowell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yslek Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 The Uncle Eric books by Richard Maybury? We think they're great here. :D They come from a strong Austrian/Monetarist perspective, so if you're into Keynes you probably won't enjoy them. ;) (Speaking of which...I can't pass up the chance to share this great Keynes/Hayek rap video! ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3littlekeets Posted August 8, 2010 Author Share Posted August 8, 2010 Thank you! These ideas give me a great starting point. He is so intrigued that I'd hate to let this interest wane :001_smile:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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