A Business of Our Own

Become the CEO of your very own retail business!

Students explore how to run a real business that sells products. They’ll learn what’s involved in selecting products for sale, how to set up a successful sales stand, and apply key concepts in entrepreneurship.

  • All Regions

  • Grade 3-6

  • Program length is flexible and can range from 2-6 hours

The Possibilities of Business

During this program, students will:

  • Learn about different types of organizations

  • Develop an understanding of management and financial record-keeping

  • Create business goals

  • Create and implement a business model canvas for their own retail business

  • Learn about pricing and promotions

By the end of the program, students will know how to manage risks and seize business opportunities. This will inspire them to dream big, take on new challenges and think about becoming Canada's next entrepreneurs.

Teacher Info

COMMITMENT

  • Program length is flexible and can range from 2-6 hours

  • By running the program with their class, educators can facilitate activities at their own pace to accommodate for integration into instructional time and achieve curriculum objectives and learning goals

LESSONS

  • Lesson 1: Starting the Business Model Canvas

  • Lesson 2: Production

  • Lesson 3: Marketing and Promotions

  • Lesson 4: Financial Record Keeping, Pricing, and Teamwork

CURRICULUM LINKS

  • Social Studies

  • Math

  • Language Arts

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