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LESSON PLAN

Dec. 13, 2007

Teen Inventor

Topics: 1: Viable business opportunities; 2. Starting a business

Standard 1: Understands that group and cultural influences contribute to human development, identity, and behavior

Benchmark 2.  Knows options for going into business (e.g., starting up a new business, buying an established business, acquiring a franchise)

Discussion Questions

  1. What did Alyssa Hapgood invent?

  2. Do you think that Alyssa's passion for horses made it easier for her to start her business?

  3. What are some things you need to do to start a business?

  4. Why do you think it's important to have a patent?

Media Literacy

Why do you think Channel One News covered this story? Why do you think it's important to you?


Writing Experience

 

Have you ever thought of a great idea for an invention? Write three paragraphs explaining your invention and how you would make it happen.


Vocabulary

- Patent

- Formula

- Malnourished

- Manufacturer

- Product

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