VentureLab Programs & Curriculum

With VentureLab, you’re taking the first step toward introducing youth entrepreneurship to your students.

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Free Curriculum

At VentureLab, we are committed to making entrepreneurship education accessible to all. We offer a range of free resources designed to inspire and empower young minds.

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Topics in Entrepreneurship Part I

We offer part 1 of Topics in Entrepreneurship, at no cost! Some educators use it as a standalone, others combine it with our Topics in Entrepreneurship part 2.

This curriculum engages students in creative projects, teaching them the fundamentals of entrepreneurship.

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Caregiver Workbook

Our “Entrepreneurship Curriculum Workbook” for grades 1-5 is designed for families to explore entrepreneurship together. Featuring engaging activities and easy-to-follow lessons, this workbook helps caregivers guide young learners through their entrepreneurial journey.

We also offer a Spanish version of this workbook.

Programs

Entrepreneurship + Agriculture program

Entrepreneurship + Agriculture

Explore the intersection of entrepreneurship and agriculture. Students learn how to create sustainable agricultural solutions, develop business models, and address real-world challenges in the farming industry, fostering a new generation of diverse agripreneurs.

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Idea to Pitch

Transform ideas into compelling business pitches with our Idea to Pitch program. This course guides students through the process of refining their entrepreneurial ideas, creating structured business plans, and delivering persuasive pitches to potential investors and stakeholders.

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Career Exploration

Empower students to explore diverse career paths and discover their passions with our Career Exploration curriculum. Through hands-on activities and real-world insights, students gain valuable knowledge about various industries, helping them make informed decisions about their future careers.

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Social Entrepreneurship

Inspire students to make a positive impact with our Social Entrepreneurship program. This course teaches students how to develop business ideas that address social issues, combining entrepreneurial skills with a commitment to creating meaningful change in their communities and beyond.

Topics in Entrepreneurship

Explore “Topics in Entrepreneurship” with standalone lessons or get the full set! This flexible curriculum offers lessons to foster youth entrepreneurship, complete with activities, guides, instructions, slides, and handouts.

Tailored for grades 1-12, our resources are perfect for STEM, business, or marketing courses, as well as enrichment programs. Empower your students with entrepreneurial skills and prepare them for a future of innovation and leadership.

Topics in Entrepreneurship

Parts 1 and 2

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Dive into the world of entrepreneurship with our comprehensive curriculum, “Topics in Entrepreneurship Parts 1 and 2.” Part 1 covers fundamental entrepreneurial mindsets and skills, such as creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Part 2 builds on this foundation, introducing advanced topics like marketing, financial literacy, and business planning.

Both parts are designed to inspire and equip young learners with the tools they need to turn their innovative ideas into reality. Whether used individually or together, this curriculum prepares youth to become the innovative leaders of tomorrow.

Idea Generation

Grades 6-12

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This set of standalone youth entrepreneurship lessons includes detailed preparation, step-by-step instructions, teaching tips, and all necessary slides and handouts for teaching Idea Generation to future entrepreneurs and changemakers in grades 6-12.

Topics in Entrepreneurship: Idea Generation offers 120 minutes of content with fun classroom and afterschool activities such as:

🚀Group Brainstorming & Brainwriting

🚀Roleplaying & Reverse Brainstorming

🚀 Visual Idea Generation

Market Research

Grades 3-5

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This standalone pair of youth entrepreneurship lessons includes detailed preparation, step-by-step instructions, teaching tips, and all necessary slides and handouts for teaching Market Research to grades 3-5.

Topics in Entrepreneurship: Market Research offers 180 minutes of content with activities such as:

🚀 Introduction to Markets

🚀 Describing the Market

🚀 Product or Service Description

🚀 Primary Research Survey

Pitching

Grades 1-2

Introduce your young students to the exciting world of entrepreneurship with our “Topics in Entrepreneurship: Pitching” curriculum, designed specifically for first and second graders.

What’s Included:

🚀 Preparation Guides: Step-by-step instructions to help educators plan and execute lessons effectively.

🚀 Interactive Activities: Fun exercises that spark creativity and encourage students to develop their own business ideas.

🚀 Slides and Handouts: Visual aids and printable materials that enhance the learning experience.

Discover the full collection:

Full Topics in Entrepreneurship

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Discover the “Topics in Entrepreneurship” collection, offering standalone lessons or the complete set to best meet your educational needs. This flexible, non-linear curriculum is designed to foster youth entrepreneurship by allowing you to select the lessons that fit your program perfectly.

Each lesson is packed with engaging activities, comprehensive preparation guides, detailed instructions, slides, and handouts for seamless teaching. Our full curriculum is tailored for lower elementary (grades 1-2), upper elementary (grades 3-5), and middle/high school (grades 6-12) students.

Online Educator Training

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Mindset Course for Educators: Transforming Teaching with Entrepreneurial Thinking

Unlock the full potential of your teaching with VentureLab’s Mindset Course for Educators. This course is expertly designed to infuse entrepreneurial thinking into your educational practice, enhancing your ability to foster creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills among your students. Dive into a journey of personal and professional growth, where you’ll explore key entrepreneurial mindsets and learn how to apply them in your classroom. Whether you’re teaching core subjects, STEM, arts, or after-school programs, this course will equip you with the tools and strategies to inspire a new generation of changemakers.

Online Student Learning

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Entrepreneurship 101

Through engaging lessons and interactive activities, students will learn about ideation, market research, business planning, and financial literacy. “Entrepreneurship 101” empowers students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fostering a mindset of innovation and resilience.

Accessible anytime and anywhere, this course is perfect for students eager to transform their ideas into successful ventures. Join us and take the first step toward becoming a confident and capable entrepreneur.