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Econ Illinois - Illinois Council on Economic Education:
"A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words" Economics Concepts Poster Contest
The Economics Concepts Poster Contest is used by teachers of grades 1-8 to stimulate students' interest in the fundamentals of our economic system. The program also helps students learn about the economy and have fun doing it while creatively demonstrating their understanding of the economy.
Students represent in a color drawing, one of six basic economic concepts. Teachers submit their entries to a regional contest in which twelve winners are selected, along with at least twelve honorable mention entries. Entries are judged on accuracy of concept representation and originality.
The top twenty-four entries from each regional contest advance to the state competition from which twelve drawings are selected as State Winners. Because the state winners will be printed in a color calendar, additional criteria include suitability for printing and distribution to the public.
At both the regional and state levels, winning students receive U.S. Savings Bonds and certificates. Teachers also receive recognition. Most regional contests culminate in a reception for students, teachers and family.
NOW AVAILABLE - 2010 CALENDAR! Contact Econ Illinois by email to request your copy, and provide your complete mailing address. Use the calendar's children's artwork to help your students learn six basic economic concepts.
Eligibility for participation - how and where to enter
Program timeline
Resources
Recent winners
For additional assistance, phone Econ Illinois at 815.753.0356 or email icee@niu.edu.
