Having a student business has SO MANY benefits. Depending on what your product is, you have the opportunity to practice independence, money math, cooking, responsibility, and so much more! For classrooms that do not have to focus on academics as much, this is the perfect place to start! You can make it something as small as a once-a-year event if your class is unable to take too much time off for the business. The possibilities are endless, and it really just depends on what resources you have access to, and what your students are interested in doing! Below are DIY winter themed ideas:
As always, assess the safety risk and appropriateness of a business depending on your environment and students’ levels, and ask your administration for permission before implementing any plans.
Dry Soup Mixes in a Jar
Simmer Pot Kits (aka Stovetop Potpourri)
Herbal Fires Starters
**As with any business idea, get admin approval and take precautions with higher-risk ideas like these (working with melting wax and flammable materials). The blog linked has precautions provided in the post.
Organic Winter Lip Balm
Vanilla Bean Winter Lotion Bars
Hot Chocolate Spoons
Moisturizing Foaming Hand Soap
Winter Hand Scrub
Compound Butters
Tea Bombs
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