Adam Smith - The Father of Economics | Economic Game Changers | PragerU Kids

Before the American Revolution, Great Britain powered a global empire through mercantilism—an economic system that enriched the crown at the expense of overseas colonies. But one Scottish thinker had a better idea: capitalism. In this episode of Economic Game Changers, teens meet Adam Smith, the “father of economics.” From trade to limited government, they’ll learn how Smith’s thinking struck a blow to the old system and laid the foundation for free markets. 🚨 Stay up to date! Sign up here to get the newest PragerU Kids videos sent right to your inbox ➡ https://l.prageru.com/4frBELc 📝 Download free educational resources ➡ https://l.prageru.com/4ho6Duc 💥 Watch more PragerU Kids shows ➡ https://l.prageru.com/3RLoT6s 🧠 Learn more about PragerU Kids ➡ https://l.prageru.com/4yy5yWQ 📚 Shop PragerU Kids Books ➡ https://l.prageru.com/3RHx7MW Follow PragerU Kids: ➡️ Instagram: (  / pragerukids  ) ➡️ Facebook: (  / pragerukids  ) ➡️ Pinterest: (  / prageru  ) ➡️ YouTube:    / @pragerukids