Mai Lesson
My Market Stand
Social Studies · 30 min · Ages 9-11 · Upper elementary · Away from the screen
This lesson challenges learners to design their own market stall, considering what to sell and how to attract customers. It introduces basic economic concepts through hands-on planning and creative problem-solving. Learners will explore community needs and the principles of local commerce.
What your child gets out of it
- Identify potential customer needs and wants within a community.
- Design a functional and appealing market stall layout for a chosen product.
- Practice creative problem-solving and planning using available materials.
- Explain basic concepts related to market appeal and selling.
What you need
- Cardboard
- Paper
- Markers (or Colored Pencils, Crayons)
- Scissors — Parental assistance may be needed for tricky cuts.
- Tape Or Glue
- Small Toy Items — These will represent the products for sale at the market stall. (or Household Objects, Craft Supplies)
How it runs
- Introduction · 5 min
- Explore & Plan · 8 min
- Discussion · 6 min
- Activity · 9 min
- Summary · 2 min
Why it matters
Understanding how markets work helps us appreciate the hard work of local businesses and the choices we make as consumers every day.
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