August 30th is Franchise Appreciation Day #FranchiseAppreciationDay when #Homeschooling our children we need to think outside the box more times than not. On Franchise Appreciation Day let your students play resturant.
They can make a restaurant and menu in there Art Class. In Cooking Class make dishes from there favorite franchise to serve to there parents. I asked Charlie what franchise would he like to own if he had the opportunity and Charlie choose Raising Canes. I picked Red Hot & Blue’s and David picked out Griff’s. How about you. What Francise would you like to have and why?
Now, let’s turn Franchise Appreciation Day into a fun and educational homeschool lesson for August 30th. Franchise Appreciation Day celebrates the impact of franchises on local economies and entrepreneurship, making it a great opportunity to explore business concepts, history, and consumer awareness.
Homeschool Lesson Plan: Franchise Appreciation Day (August 30)
Learning Objectives
- Make sure your children understand what a franchise is and how it operates
- Explore the history and significance of franchising a restaurant
- Recognize the role of franchises in local communities and how they help there Communities
- Practice critical thinking about consumer choices and entrepreneurship
Lesson Components
1. What Is a Franchise?
- Define a franchise: A business model where individuals (franchisees) operate a branch of a larger company using its branding, systems, and support.
- Examples: McDonald’s, Subway, UPS Store, Kumon, etc.
- Activity: Create a chart comparing franchises vs. independent businesses.
2. History of Franchising
- Explore how franchising dates back to the Middle Ages when Lords granted licenses to merchants.
- Discuss how modern franchises evolved and became popular in the 20th Century.
- Activity: Timeline creation of key moments in franchise history.
3. Local Franchise Scavenger Hunt
- Take a walk or drive around your town and list all the franchises you see.
- Discuss what services the restaurants offer and how they contribute to the community.
- Optional: Interview a local franchise owner (in person or via email).
4. Entrepreneurship & Branding
- Talk about how franchising helps small business owners start with support from a larger brand.
- Activity: Design your own franchise! Create a name, logo, and business plan for a pretend franchise.
5. Consumer Awareness
- Discuss why supporting franchises can be beneficial, and how they differ from big corporations.
- Activity: Role-play as a customer choosing between a franchise and a local business—what factors influence your decision?
Extension Ideas
- Watch a documentary or YouTube video on how franchises work.
- Read a biography of a famous entrepreneur who started a franchise.
- Math tie-in: Calculate startup costs and profits for a sample franchise.
Wrap-Up
Celebrate Franchise Appreciation Day by visiting a local franchise and thanking the staff. Share your lesson on social media with the hashtag #FranchiseAppreciationDay to spread awareness!
Now, I have a question for you would you like me to tailor this Lesson Plan for a specific age group or subject focus like economics, history, or art? If so leave me a comment of what you need and I will get to work on it.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
