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In today's episode, let's talk about the Million Dollar Project—a beloved classroom activity for December. Originating from my first year at Hassler, this project involves students spending a fictional million dollars by clipping and calculating their dream purchases, initially using magazines and later transitioning to digital options like Amazon. The activity enhances fourth-grade skills in subtracting decimals and evolves to include a social-emotional dimension where students buy thoughtful gifts for loved ones. Tune in for creative variations of this project that incorporate taxes and gift parameters to make it more engaging and educational for students.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:30 The Million Dollar Project: An Overview

01:45 Evolution of the Project: From Magazines to Digital

02:30 Adding a Social-Emotional Learning Component

04:00 Creative Variations and Challenges

06:06 Conclusion and Encouragement

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