Energy, Economics, and the Environment

Want to challenge your upper elementary students to analyze energy and environment issues from an economics perspective? These lesson plans give teachers the tools -- and students the knowledge they need -- to analyze important and timely energy and environment issues. An Analytical Framework for Elementary School Students In order for your students to examine and deal with hot-topic energy and environmental issues, they need to: Have a basic understanding of concepts relating to economics, energy, and the environment. Learn effective decision-making skills, and Be involved in meaningful activities.