Lesson 23-Great Depression

Introduction to the Week: The U.S. Economy from the 1920s to Today

This week, we will explore how the U.S. government has influenced the economy from the 1920s to today. The economy is like a giant puzzle, constantly changing based on decisions made by businesses, consumers, and the government. Some policies have led to economic booms, while others have struggled to fix crises.

We’ll begin with the Roaring Twenties, a time of economic prosperity and cultural change. Then, we’ll shift to the Great Depression, one of the most challenging times in American history, where people lost jobs, businesses closed, and families struggled. From there, we’ll study key economic policies, including how the stock market works, supply and demand, and government responses to economic challenges.

Throughout the week, we’ll analyze different government approaches to the economy, from John Maynard Keynes’ ideas on government spending to Milton Friedman’s views on free markets. We’ll also look at how the government has responded to economic crises like the 1970s stagflation and how those policies still affect us today.

Our essential question is:
"How has the U.S. government influenced the economy from the 1920s to today, and what role should it play?"

To answer this, we will:
✅ Examine primary sources
✅ Participate in hands-on activities about the stock market and discussions
✅ Think critically about economic choices made in history and in our own lives

By the end of the week, you’ll be able to analyze past and present government economic policies and understand their impact. You’ll also demonstrate mastery of key history themes and concepts before Friday’s test. Let’s dive in!

Assignments for the week

Monday - Start of 10 day stock market simulation- (This is group and fun)
Monday- T-chart on positives and negatives of the roaring 20's
Monday- Writing on "Was the roaring 20's roaring?"-due Friday
Tuesday- Look at five policy of the New Deal and decide was it effective?
Wednesday- Role play stocks- Write what is the law of supply and demand?
Thursday- Notes on Economic Policies. Which Policy is the best and why?
Friday Test

Essential Stndards

SS.Econ4.c.m Analyze the impact of different government policies (e.g., taxation and government spending) on the economy.
SS.Econ4.d.m Analyze potential unintended costs and benefits (i.e., externalities) for a local or state law or policy.

If you are absent

Monday -