Content Standard: Economics
B. Economic Systems of the United States
Students will understand the economic system of the United States, including its principles, development, and institutions.
Common Assessment(s):

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements (Specific grade level learning objectives)			Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
2. Explain how the economy of Maine affects families and communities.	Effects would include prosperity economic hardship job availability changes in population density			The students will discuss strikes, layoffs, and business closings (using newspaper articles as appropriate) and how these affect people's lives. Use newspaper articles about layoffs, etc., to stimulate classroom discussion.	The students will pretend that BIW closes and will explain how they think it would affect Bath and the families who live here.	.