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    3. Grade 5 Subjects
    4. Social Studies Activities
    5. Economic Decision Making

    Economic Decision Making Activities

    Investigate trade relationships, business networks, migration patterns, and economic cooperation

    Comprehensive Business Focus
    Economic Understanding
    Entrepreneurship Skills

    Caribbean Business and Trade Networks

    Detailed activities with learning outcomes, materials, and procedures

    Additional Resources

    Supplementary materials and cross-curricular connections

    Cross-Curricular Connections

    • Mathematics: Business statistics, profit/loss calculations, market analysis
    • Language Arts: Business writing, persuasive presentations, research reports
    • Science: Innovation and technology in business, sustainable business practices
    • Art: Logo design, marketing materials, business presentation visuals

    Key Skills Developed

    • Economic reasoning and business understanding
    • Entrepreneurship and innovation thinking
    • Research and data analysis skills
    • Collaboration and presentation abilities

    Real-World Applications

    Extensions and community engagement opportunities

    Community Engagement

    • Interview local business owners about operations and challenges
    • Visit Caribbean companies to observe business operations
    • Research family businesses and their regional connections

    Entrepreneurship Development

    • Develop actual business plans for school enterprises
    • Participate in youth entrepreneurship competitions
    • Create student-run businesses serving school community

    Economic Analysis

    • Track Caribbean stock market performance
    • Analyze trade statistics between Caribbean countries
    • Study economic development policies