Vision of Beauty
Sarah Breedlove “Madam” Walker was a successful, African-American entrepreneur. Born in 1867, she rose from bleak poverty in the south to develop a large company that provided beauty products for women – especially black women. Her success came not only from providing valuable products, but also from focusing on giving her sales agents the opportunity to become successful and fulfill their own dreams. Madam Walker had a dream and made it a reality – in her own life and the lives of others. She was especially revered in Indianapolis, where she spent much of her life.
Economic Concepts
- Entrepreneur
- Profit
- Productive Resources
Grade Levels
- Primary (K-3)
- Intermediate (4-6)
Related Subjects
- Entrepreneurship
- Multicultural
Description of Online Lesson, Vision of Beauty
http://www.kidseconbooks.com/html/vision_of_beauty.html
Students read the book and discuss the economics concepts through a set of questions and answers.