SOCIAL STUDIES - How can you be a consumer and not be consumed?

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Kia ora everyone,

Have you ever wondered why you want the latest shoes, snacks, or gadgets? Or how companies convince you to buy things you don’t really need? In this course, we’ll explore how advertising and marketing shape what we buy and how we can make smarter, more sustainable choices as consumers.

We’ll look at:
🛒 What it means to be a responsible shopper
🌏 How our buying choices affect the environment
🎯 The tricks advertisers use to make us want things
💡 Different markets and shopping habits around the world

You’ll get to research real-world examples, and come up with ideas for shopping in a way that helps both people and the planet.

You’ll need a device for this course because we’ll be using digital tools for research and activities. While I’ll be guiding the lessons, there will be plenty of chances for you to take charge of your learning and dive into topics that interest you!