Educator Resources

High School Educator Resources are free, research-based modules created to bring entrepreneurship concepts to life in the classroom. These resources are designed to engage students in hands-on activities that foster critical thinking, innovation, and practical business skills. Ideal for high school classrooms, they support educators in delivering accessible, interactive learning experiences that prepare students for real-world challenges.


Can You Turn $5 Into a Successful Business?

The $5 Startup Challenge pushes students to think creatively, work as a team, and turn a small investment into profit! This hands-on activity guides them through brainstorming, launching a business, Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

Luck or Skill? The Coin Toss Game Module for High School Entrepreneurs

How much of success is luck, and how much is skill? Our new Coin Toss Game module helps students explore this critical question while learning to navigate uncertainty in entrepreneurship. Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

Introducing the Business Model: A Comprehensive Lesson Plan for High School Students

Understanding business models is key to entrepreneurial success, and now you can help your students master this essential concept with our Intro to Business Models module. Adapted from expert Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

Unlock Creativity with the Bisociation and Business Models Lesson Plan Module

Inspire your students' creativity with our bisociation lesson plan! Adapted from top professors, this module helps students design innovative business models and discover new opportunities. We’re Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

Bring Humor into the Classroom with SNL Viable Business Models

Engage your students in learning business models with a twist! The SNL Viable Business Models module uses humor to teach students about viable and non-viable business ideas. Through an SNL skit and Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

Discover How Businesses Work: A Hands-On Introduction to the Business Model Canvas

The Business Model Canvas (BMC) is a powerful tool that helps students understand how businesses operate and succeed. Our Introduction to the Business Model Canvas lesson plan is designed to engage Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

Unlock Creativity and Problem-Solving with LEGO® Serious Play

Bring creativity and critical thinking into your classroom with the LEGO® Serious Play module! Designed to engage high school students in hands-on learning, this module uses LEGO® bricks to help Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

From Ideas to Impact: Understanding Invention vs. Innovation in Business

How do businesses turn ideas into impactful solutions? The Invention vs. Innovation module is designed to help high school students grasp the difference between creating something new (invention) and Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

Pitching 101: Essential Skills for High School Students

Presenting ideas clearly and confidently is a valuable skill, not just in business but in all aspects of life. The How to Pitch Your Business Idea module teaches high school students the essentials Read More...

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Author: Jennifer Gessner

How to Host an Innovation Challenge: Inspire Student Creativity and Problem-Solving

Want to bring entrepreneurship and innovation to life in your classroom? The Innovation Challenge module offers everything you need to host an exciting, fast-paced competition where student teams Read More...

Category: Educator Resources

Author: Jennifer Gessner