5E Educator

This electronic newsletter for K-12 educators is designed to provide teachers with economics content, lesson plans and updates on free resources available from the Federal Reserve System. Subscribe electronically to receive the 5E Educator each semester.

2009
2008

Fall 2009

In this issue, you will find articles that examine the costs and benefits associated with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Cap and Trade policies. You will also find active lessons to teach your students about the issues.

Spring 2009

Read about the battle between Andrew Jackson and Nicholas Biddle, the head of the Second Bank of the United States. Learn how Jackson was finally able to kill the Bank, and pick up great ideas for teaching your students about the issues that have confronted U.S. central banking.

Winter 2008/2009

This issue features new research that examines the relationship between your ability to resist dessert and your savings behavior. You’ll also find engaging lesson plans and resources presented in the newsletter.

Spring 2008

Read Chairman Ben Bernanke's take on the financial turmoil and the Fed's response. Also download a lesson that will give your students insight into the next FOMC meeting.