Digging up Dino-Economics

Digging up Dino-Economics

Discover how to bring Dino-Economics to life, teaching students about scarcity, supply, and demand through engaging, real-world lessons!

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Workshop Details

  • Mar 20, 2025
    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Grade Level: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
  • Potential Recertification Credits: 1
  • Additional Information:

    A Zoom link for the workshop will be sent one week prior to the event.

  • Instructor: Lauren Shifflett, Associate Director
  • Contact Person:
    Lauren Shifflett, Associate Director
    James Madison University
    540.568.3248
    shiffllh@jmu.edu
  • Fee: No charge

Perfect for teachers who want to help young learners connect dinosaurs with economics! In this virtual workshop, elementary educators will explore how to teach students about the resources needed to uncover dinosaur fossils and the economics behind pricing these rare finds. Through engaging activities, teachers will learn how to introduce key economic concepts such as scarcity, supply and demand, and the value of unique resources. This workshop provides creative strategies for incorporating history, science, and economics into lessons that captivate and inspire students. Join us to make learning about Dino-Economics fun and memorable!

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