Making Cents: A Classroom Mini Economy

Making Cents: A Classroom Mini Economy

Learn how to create a classroom mini economy where young entrepreneurs develop products or services, make decisions, and put their skills to the test in a real marketplace!

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Workshop Details

  • Oct 05, 2026
    9:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Registration Deadline: October 1, 2026
  • Festival Center, Highlands Room
    1301 Carrier Drive
    Harrisonburg, VA 22807
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  • Grade Level: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
  • Potential Recertification Credits: 5
  • Instructor: Lauren Shifflett, Associate Director
  • Contact Person:
    Lauren Shifflett, Associate Director
    James Madison University
    540.568.3248
    shiffllh@jmu.edu
  • Fee: No charge

What is a mini economy, and how can you make it work in your classroom? Spend the day with us—lunch included—as we explore simple, practical ways to set up a classroom economy, guide students in creating and selling products or services, and give young entrepreneurs the chance to test their skills in a classroom marketplace. You’ll leave with ready-to-use ideas, helpful resources, and the confidence to create a meaningful mini economy without making it overwhelming.

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