| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Business |
| What topic | Young Entrepreneur Club |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Young Entrepreneur Club
Middle School to High School (Grades 6-12)
Business
30 Minutes
20 Students
The lesson aligns with national standards for teaching business and entrepreneurship, encouraging critical thinking and practical application of skills.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (min) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship | 5 | Briefly explain entrepreneurship and its importance. Introduce the Young Entrepreneur Club concept. |
| 2 | Group Activity | 10 | Distribute printable cards to each student. Explain the task and encourage filling them out with ideas for a business or product. Students work in pairs to brainstorm. |
| 3 | Class Discussion | 5 | Facilitate a brief discussion on students' ideas, highlighting creativity and collaboration. |
| 4 | Collecting Cards | 5 | Randomly check or collect the cards filled out by students to gather insights on their creativity. |
| 5 | Assign Homework | 5 | Explain the homework assignment, outline expectations, and clarify that it won’t require presentations in front of the class. |
Recap the key points of the lesson, emphasize the importance of entrepreneurial thinking, and encourage students to reflect on their assignments during the week.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are diving into the exciting world of entrepreneurship. Can anyone tell me what entrepreneurship means? That's right! It's all about starting new businesses and creating innovative solutions. In this lesson, we will explore the role of entrepreneurs in modern business and introduce you to our Young Entrepreneur Club. This club is a fantastic opportunity for you to express your creativity and think about how you can turn ideas into reality. Let’s get started!"
"Now, I’m going to hand out some printable cards to each of you. On these cards, I want you to brainstorm and write down ideas for a business or product. Think about what you’re passionate about, or what problems you see around you that you could solve. Don’t worry about making it perfect; just get your ideas flowing! Once you have your thoughts on the card, pair up with someone next to you and discuss your ideas. You have 10 minutes for this activity. Go ahead!"
"Okay, time's up! I hope you enjoyed discussing your ideas. Now, let’s come back together as a class. Who would like to share some of the ideas that stood out during your discussions? I’d love to hear about the creative concepts you came up with! Remember, there are no bad ideas here; we are just fostering creativity and collaboration. Let’s highlight those unique thoughts!"
"Thank you all for sharing! I’m going to collect the cards now. I’ll be going around and randomly checking or taking in your cards to gather insights on the ideas you’ve come up with. This will be helpful for planning our next steps in the Young Entrepreneur Club. If you have any last-minute thoughts to add, make sure to jot them down before I collect them!"
"Great job today! Before we wrap up, I have your homework assignment. I want you to take the ideas you’ve brainstormed today and develop a more detailed concept for a business or product at home. You don’t need to prepare a presentation for class, but you will need to write a summary that includes your business idea, target audience, and a plan for how you would get started. Don’t stress about it; this should be a fun chance for you to express your entrepreneurial spirit. You’ll have a week to complete this assignment."
"To recap, today we explored entrepreneurship, shared ideas in groups, and now you’ll be working on a creative business concept at home. Remember, entrepreneurial thinking is vital not just in business but in all areas of life. Keep reflecting on your assignment this week and think about how your ideas can make a difference. I’m excited to see what you all come up with! Have a wonderful day!"
Define entrepreneurship in your own words. Why do you think it is important in today's world?
Describe the business or product idea you brainstormed in class. What inspired you to choose this idea?
Identify your target audience for your business or product. Who do you think would be most interested in what you are offering?
Create a simple marketing plan or strategy for how you would promote your business or product. What methods would you use to reach your target audience?
Outline the initial steps you would take to get your business or product started. What resources or support do you think you will need?
Reflect on the group activity where you shared your ideas with a partner. What feedback did you receive from your peer? How did it help you think about your idea differently?
Consider the role of entrepreneurs in society. What positive impacts do you think entrepreneurs can have on their communities?
Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) on how you can apply the entrepreneurial skills you learned in this lesson to your everyday life.
What challenges do you anticipate facing while developing your business idea? How might you overcome these challenges?
If you could collaborate with anyone (real or fictional) to help bring your business or product idea to life, who would it be and why?
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does entrepreneurship mean? | |
| Why are entrepreneurs important in modern business? | |
| What is the purpose of the Young Entrepreneur Club? | |
| How can you identify a problem that you can solve with a new business idea? | |
| What are some key factors to consider when brainstorming a business idea? | |
| What was an interesting idea shared during the group discussions today? | |
| How can creativity impact the development of new products or services? | |
| What should you include in the summary of your business idea for homework? | |
| How can you determine your target audience for the business idea you develop? | |
| Why is it important to keep reflecting on your entrepreneurial ideas? |