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SAI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

CLASS- VI

SUBJECT – ECONOMICS

CHAPTER – THE VALUE OF WORK

Work is a big part of our lives! It helps us earn money and live better, but not all work is about getting
paid. Some work is done with love, care, and kindness.

There are two types of work:
 Economic work is when people do a job to earn money. For example, a teacher who teaches,

a doctor who helps patients, or a shopkeeper who sells things.

 Non-economic work is when people do things without expecting money. For example, a

mother cooking for her family or a friend helping someone in need.

Both types of work are important. Economic work helps us earn a living, but non-economic work

brings happiness and helps people feel loved and supported. Every kind of work, whether paid or

not, makes the world a better place

Types of Economic Activities

Economic activities are things people do to earn money or valuable things. These activities help

people meet their needs and keep the economy going. We can see them all around us in everyday
life.

Let’s look at some examples:
 Jobs with Monthly Salaries: Some people, like Kavya’s uncle and aunt, work in offices or

companies and get paid a fixed salary every month. For example, her uncle drives a bulldozer

for a construction company, and her aunt works at the post office. These jobs give a regular
income.