“LifeGames” by Saul Z. Barr is a resource that provides 80 interactive economics lessons tailored for primary school children. These activities are grouped into four major themes:

1. Goods and Services
   • Activities that help students identify and differentiate between goods (physical products) and services (actions or activities performed for others).
2. Specialization and Jobs
   • Lessons focus on the importance of specialization in the workplace and how it contributes to productivity and efficiency.
3. Productive Resources
   • Introduces the concept of resources (natural, human, and capital) and their role in the production of goods and services.
4. Money and Banking
   • Activities that explore the function of money, the basics of banking, and how these systems facilitate trade and savings.

Key Features:

• Interactive Learning: The activities are hands-on and encourage participation, making complex economic concepts accessible to young learners.
• Real-world Applications: Lessons are designed to connect classroom activities to real-life economic principles.
• Educational Alignment: The content aligns with primary education standards, ensuring relevance and usability.

Where to Access:

The booklet is often available through educational libraries or platforms like the ERIC database. Educators and schools interested in implementing this resource can search for “LifeGames” in such repositories or inquire through local educational organizations.

Incorporating “LifeGames” into the curriculum can foster early economic literacy, helping students develop critical thinking skills about financial and economic systems that will benefit them throughout their education and beyond.