Episode 19 of 60 · Financial Literacy: Cash Course

What Are Commodities?

Grades 6th+

Economics — Contemporary World Issues · Captions

About This Video

What do gold, corn, and cows have in common? They’re commodities—everyday raw goods that get turned into products for people to use. On this episode of Cash Course, your tweens and teens will learn what commodities are and why they’re important for farmers, businesses, investors, and the everyday consumer.

Standards Met in Ohio

  • CWI.9-12.20.lp.gGrades 9th, 10th, 11th, 12thIdentify that products come from all over the world.
  • CWI.9-12.20.lp.hGrades 9th, 10th, 11th, 12thEngage with products.

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