Why People Work

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In answering the question, "Why do people work," introduces key economic concepts such as wants, needs, money, economy, goods, services, importing, exporting, etc. Provides a contrast between manufacturing and agricultural communities and the representative jobs in each. Explains that Detroit is a typical manufacturing community that exports manufactured products all over the world. Closes with an explanation of why communities need service workers and benefit from the activities of unpaid volunteers. Teacher's Guide inside DVD jacket. Please note that this title is also available in the "Timely Topics Collection" housed in your primary/elementary school library media center from September until December.

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GVLIB100648
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A651