Where Do Goods Come From?
Where Do Goods Come From?
Reading Level: 3
Interest Level: 2-5
More than ever before, people around the globe are
connected by the products they manufacture and consume. Globalization has caused
major shifts in supply and demand, creating both exciting opportunities and
challenges related to natural resources. This convenient set examines how
manufacturing processes account for available materials and technology, budget
constraints, and consumers' wants and needs. In accordance with the C3 Framework
for Social Studies State Standards, the series traces the life cycle of common
products from raw materials to store shelves, underscoring concepts about human
capital and the movement of goods and ideas along the way.
Each Book
Contains:
• Real-world examples of globalization
• In-depth discussions of
how STEM shapes the economy
• Explanations about why some products are
manufactured abroad, including why some raw materials are sourced from other
countries
• Examples of production and shipping costs
Curriculum
Connections:
• Aligns with C3 objectives
• Encourages young readers to
think critically about how and why products are made
• Includes key STEM and
social studies vocabulary
