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Understanding the Stock Market (21st Century Economics)
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024567
ISBN
9781502646057
Grade 8-12
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Description
How did Wall Street get its name? Who were the first traders and how did the stock market begin? What led up to the Great Depression, the .com bubble burst, and how do the highs and lows of the stock market affect the economy, as well as many other interesting historical economic impacts help readers understand how the stock market has functioned through the years. ~Judy
Publisher's Description of Understanding the Stock Market (21st Century Economics)
Although the stock market has a major impact on the economy, many people do not fully understand it. Through this book, students will learn about stocks, the open market, and the dangers and benefits of investments. They will come to understand why individuals and businesses place their financial confidence in the market in hopes of further financial gains. Additionally, the dangers of taking these financial risks will be explored through the examples of the Great Depression and the Great Recession, where people lost large amounts of money on their investments. Ultimately, students will gain an understanding of how the stock market has such a substantial effect on the economy.
Category Description for 21st Century Economics
21st Century Economics is a series of paperback books geared towards high school students on topics involving the global economy, U.S economy and how they function. These books are broken down into chapters written in concise language, making the basics of economics easier to understand. There are several colored graphics and pictures throughout each 80-page book. Each book has its own glossary and suggestions for further investigation including video, websites, books, or names and contact information of organizations that may have information of interest. This series of eight books would provide a solid foundation for any student studying economics. Parents could potentially add assignments such as research papers, and have students follow through on the extra suggestions in the back of each book to make these 8 books an actual economics course worthy of a half-credit.
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| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cavendish Square |
| Grades: | 8-12 |
| ISBN: | 9781502646057 |
| Length in Inches: | 9 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.875 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.1875 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.4 |
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