Econ and Me . AND ME revolves around four children and their invisible friend, Econ, who apply economic principles to individuals, families and communities.
Students learn about economics, social studies, communication, mathematics, and problem solving.
The teacher's guide includes objectives, previewing and post-viewing activities, and bibliography. Scarcity Scarcity occurs when people can't have everything they want and must make choices. Deciding to build a clubhouse, they find they also have a scarcity of wood. The swing set is a resource that could support a clubhouse. Opportunity Cost Opportunity cost is the most valuable alternative people give up when making a choice.