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Money Activities
Prepare your middle school students for real-world financial decisions with money activities that teach essential concepts. This collection includes budgeting simulations, currency identification games, and lessons on saving and investing. By integrating these activities into your curriculum, you can equip students with important financial literacy skills.
6th Grade Math: Statistics and Probability Bundle: 4 Activities
Math, Statistics, Graphing, Money, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities
Do you need some new ideas for your 6th grade math unit to meet the Common Core State Standards for Statistics and Probability? Here is a ready-to-go bundle with four fun real-life activities to incorporate into your unit plan. 1) Statistical Questions: Students are taught what a statistical question is: a question that has numerical answers that vary.. 8 questions are included. Students need to identify if they are statistical questions or not. If they are, students think of how the data might be collected. If they are not, students explain what aspects of a statistical question are missing. Finally, students write 4 questions of their own (one should not be a statistical question) and they trade with a friend to see if they can identify the odd one out. 2) Dot Plots and Histograms: Students will collect numerical data through a survey and create their own dot plots and histograms to display their findings! This gives them a sense of ownership over their learning, and it is a great way to assess their skills! Discussion questions and self- assessment are included. 3) Math Stations: Statistics and Probability: Station 3 in particular has students create a dot plot and calculate the mean, median and mode of provided data. They can also do the probability stations if you want to address those skills. 4) Mean, Median and Interquartile Range of Hourly Wages: From a cashier to a taxi driver to an account to a CEO, students are given 10 realistic hourly wages. First, they create a histogram to display the data. Next, they write the wages in order from smallest to largest. They use this information to calculate the mean, the median, and the interquartile range . After that, they eliminate the outlier (the CEO wage) and recalculate the same statistics. Discussion questions are included. Grades to Use With: This bundle is designed for students in Grade 6, but can be used for Grade 5 enrichment, Grade 7 or 8 review, or high school special education classes. What's Included: 20 Page PDF with 4 Activities
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags 6th Grade Math, Statistics , Probability, Dot Plots, Histograms, Mean, Median, Interquartile Range, Statistical Questions, Financial Literacy
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Clothes Shopping Level 3
Special Resources, Life Studies, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Finance, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Clothes Shopping Money Math Level 3 is a 60-question special education worksheet that builds essential life skills for middle school students. This activity aids in teaching calculations for discounts, sales tax, and determining prices when shopping for various items of clothing. The questions are formatted as real-life word problems followed by multiple choice answers. There are 6 sets of 10 questions for calculating costs of pants, shirts, skirts, accessories, dresses, and shoes. This printable worksheet can be used one-on-one or in small groups to help students become more independent. It's an excellent resource for IEP goals related to money math and practical life skills. Interactive and hands-on, this worksheet is ready to use for grade 7-9 special education, autism life skills, or therapy sessions. With step-by-step instructions, age-appropriate graphics, and real-world examples, this is the perfect money math activity to engage middle school students.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math , Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Life Skills For Visual Learners, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Autism And Money Skills, Math Dresses
Credit Card Project
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Projects
Diving into the world of consumer math and understanding how credit cards work can be quite a challenge, especially for younger students who might not have any firsthand experience. This teaching resource simplifies the complexity surrounding credit cards, giving students an informed perspective on their usage, advantages, and potential pitfalls: Credit Card Project Geared towards middle and high school students, this Credit Card Project resource offers a straightforward view of several key aspects: The mechanics of how credit cards operate. Insight into how credit card companies generate revenue. The processes of making payments and understanding the billing cycle . Tips and guidance on using credit cards responsibly. To make the learning process engaging, this package is designed as a project containing a series of worksheets. These worksheets are complemented by informative videos about credit cards, and a sample credit card statement to help students visualize real-world applications. Additionally, to assist educators in assessing the students' understanding and engagement with the project, a rubric is provided. Whether you wish to integrate this resource into your classroom activities or assign it as a home-based project, its flexible structure allows for both. It serves as an invaluable introduction to credit cards, equipping students with knowledge that is crucial as they step into adulthood. For educators who want to ensure that the content aligns with their teaching methods or specific classroom requirements, the entire project is editable. This customization feature ensures that the material remains relevant and adaptable to diverse student needs and academic levels. If you're an educator aiming to impart practical knowledge about credit cards to your students in a concise and clear manner, this resource will certainly serve as a robust tool in achieving that objective. By the end of the project, students will not only have a foundational understanding of credit cards but also be better prepared for the financial choices they'll make in the real world.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Credit Cards, Consumer Math, Finances, Financial Literacy, Project, Small Group, Quiz, Reflection, Google Slides
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Reading Restaurant Menus Level 3
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Reading Restaurant Menus Level 3 This 192-question Special Education life skills activity teaches grade 7-9 students to calculate tips, apply sales tax, and determine total meal costs using six standard restaurant breakfast and lunch menus. Students will: - Calculate meal costs with 2, 3, and 4 menu items - Apply sales tax to meal costs - Calculate tips Use this printable worksheet one-on-one or in special education classes to develop essential real-world math and money management abilities. It includes step-by-step instructions, questions, answers, graphics, and ideas for implementation. Excellent for IEP goal setting and measuring progress in money math. Engage students with this highly interactive life skills activity!
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math, Special Education Money Math, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Community-Based Instruction, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Adults, Life Skills For Teens, Autism And Money Skills
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Clothes Shopping Level 1
Special Resources, Life Studies, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Finance, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Clothes Shopping Money Math Level 1 teaches middle school students with special needs how to budget for buying clothes. This 60-question worksheet covers calculating costs of pants, shirts, dresses, shoes, skirts, and accessories. Use this independent living skills activity one-on-one or in special education classes. It reinforces money math abilities needed for the community and features step-by-step instructions, real-world examples, and ideas for personalized implementation based on your student's needs and IEP goals. The interactive format engages students through word problems, answer options, and provided solutions. Print this activity for an easy-to-use resource that aids in developing essential life skills for increased independence at home and school. Pair it with our full series of practical money math worksheets on reading menus, grocery shopping, and more.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math, Interactive Math Problems, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Autism Resource For Parent , Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Autism And Money Skills, Basic Math Clothing Shop
Financial Literacy: Financial Trade-offs
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities
Financial Literacy: Financial Trade-offs Here’s a quick and simple way to include some easy financial literacy learning into your middle, high school, or special education class. These 8 prompts describe realistic financial scenarios about work, housing expenses, post-secondary education, cars, retirement planning, and wedding costs. Use them as debate topics, research prompts, or a simple whole class discussion (ideal for those extra few minutes you often end up with before the end of class). Only simple math skills and basic financial vocabulary are needed to understand these topics. How to Use: Start by explaining the basic premise to your students: Often people can feel stuck in their life due to a financial issue. However, by making a few financial trade-offs, there is usually a different way to deal with issues. Here are eight real life scenarios that many people deal with. Discuss them with your peers, have a debate, make a list of pros and cons! Realize that you always have more options if you can think critically and creatively. Main Goal: The main goal of these prompts is to drive home the importance of understanding trade-offs in goal setting and financial planning. Each topic presents itself as a relatable real-life scenario offering two distinctive choices involving critical thinking and decision-making. There is no "right" answer: just the right answer for your situation. Grades to Use With: These prompts could work in a middle or high school math class, a personal planning or career and education class, or a high school special education classroom. They could even be used in adult education scenarios. What's Included: A total of 10 pages in PDF: Title Page, Instruction Page and 8 trade-off situations If you enjoy this financial literacy product, please check out some of my other options in my store: FIRE: Financial Independence Retire Early Compound Interest: Hook Students on Financial Literacy Net Worth: Assets - Liabilities = Equity
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Literacy, Trade-offs, Critical Thinking, Budget, Money, Life Skills, Real World Math, Finance, Planning, Personal Finance
Financial Literacy: Bank Statement and Credit Card Bill Practice Activity
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Math, Percentages, Decimals, Money, Finance, Home Economics, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities
Financial Literacy: Bank Statement and Credit Card Bill Practice Activity A useful teaching resource, this activity is designed to arm students with necessary skills around reconciling bank accounts and managing monthly expenses. This hands-on lesson promotes the understanding of financial literacy through realistic practice with everyday financial documents - namely credit card bills and checking account statements. Grades to Use With: This lesson is suitable for students in grade 7 through grade 12, depending on your situation. It can be utilized in a variety of subjects such as Career and Personal Planning, Life Skills, Home Economics, and Math. The math skills required are adding and subtracting with money amounts up the the thousands of dollars . How to Use: Students are given a sample VISA bill with entries for one month's spending. They add up their total spending, reflect on if they should pay off the entire bill each month, add up their spending in specific categories (groceries, gas), and transfer their VISA spending to their checking account to pay off the bill. Next, students are given a sample checking account for one month of spending. They must complete a math operation for each entry. Sometimes that involves adding a deposit to the balance, subtracting a withdrawal from the balance, or figuring out a transaction amount based on a given balance. You can do several entries together as a class, and then assign the rest for your students to complete. Finally, students answer questions about the monthly spending as a whole, and they decide if this person has good financial health. A complete answer key is included. What's Included: A total of 7 pages: Title Page, 3 page assignment, 3 page answer key If you enjoy this real-wold financial literacy lesson, check out others in my store! Taxes, Tips, Sales: Using Percentages in Real Life Inflation: What is it and why does it matter? Financial Literacy: Interest Rates: Lending and Borrowing Money Renting vs Buying a Home: Real-Life Math Project Income Tax: Notes and Practice Calculations Household Budget Project
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Bank Statement, Financial Literacy, Money Management, Personal Finance, Credit Card, Budget, Money, Real World Math, Life Skills, High School Life Skills
Personal Finance and Budgeting Project
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Projects
Personal Finance and Budgeting Project Understanding personal finance and budgeting is essential, especially as students transition into adulthood. This Personal Finance and Budgeting Project is developed to equip middle and high school students with the foundational knowledge they need in financial literacy and consumer math. Personal finance isn't just about numbers. It's about making informed decisions that shape one's future. That's why this project doesn't merely provide facts; it immerses students in real-world scenarios. By navigating these activities, students will grasp the significance of budgeting, realize the potential pitfalls of poor money management, and appreciate the power of informed financial choices. Why is this resource valuable? The truth is, many grown-ups wish they had learned about budgeting sooner. By introducing these concepts early on, educators can give their students a head start, ensuring they have the tools they need to make wise financial decisions throughout their lives. The activities are versatile, allowing for flexibility in teaching. Whether educators prefer to stretch them out into individual lessons or consolidate them into a more extensive project, the choice is theirs. Plus, given the editable nature of this resource, teachers have the liberty to adjust content to better fit their students' needs and the specific objectives of their lesson plans. Some of these activities include: Glossary Interview Activity Needs vs Wants Activity Needs vs Wants Reflection Questions Financial Circumstances Comparison Questions Budget Basics Video Penny Wise Budget Game …. and more!! Whether carried out in the classroom or at home, this resource offers a practical and engaging approach to a topic that, frankly, is often overlooked. As educators, we strive to prepare our students for all facets of the real world. This includes not only academic knowledge but life skills as well. By delving into the realm of personal finance and budgeting, we're setting them up for a lifetime of informed, empowered decisions.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Personal Finance, Consumer Math, Financial Literacy, Budget, Monthly Budget, Finance, Project, Google Slides, Small Group, Real World
Grocery Shopping Price Comparisons: Financial Literacy & Money Math
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Math, Percentages, Decimals, Money, Multiplication and Division, Multiplication, Home Economics, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Worksheets
This real-life math lesson for students in grades 5-7 will help show your class how many of the skills they have been learning will come in handy in their everyday lives at the grocery store when they are trying to find the best deal and stick to a food budget. With inflation rising and grocery prices sky-rocketing, help your students spot a good deal among all the confusing offers! This lesson has four grocery store scenarios for your students to evaluate and find the best deal. They need to use the following skills: Unit Price: What is the cost of one if it's 2 for $7 or 4 for $13? % Discount: This item is normally $4, but with a store card, it's 20% off today. Rounding: Most grocery items are .99- make sure to round up to a whole number for easier calculations. Critical Thinking: Is it better to buy two to get the deal if you only need one? Financial Literacy: Learning how to read all of these kinds of offers is an important part of sticking to a budget. Life Skills: Grocery shopping is a crucial life skill! Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for students in grades 5-7 who are learning about decimal place value, ratios and rates, and basic operations using decimals. It could also be used in middle or high school special education classrooms or family and consumer sciences classes. What's Included: 4 Page PDF Title Page 2 Page Student Worksheet Answer Key If you enjoy this product, check out other applied math activities in my store: Grace Under Pressure Wave Pool Problem: Pre-Algebra Skills: Expressions, Tables, and Graphs: Real-Life Application Butter Tart Recipe Activity: Multiplication and Addition of Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions Gingerbread Math: Decimals, Fractions, and Percentages Using Tenths Equivalent Fractions Practice in a set of 5 Stations or Centers
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Money Math, Consumer, Financial Literacy, Budget, Inflation, Decimals, Percent, Real Life Math, Grocery, Prices
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Reading Restaurant Menus Level 2
Special Resources, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Reading Restaurant Menus Level 2 helps middle school students learn essential life skills like calculating sales tax and meal costs. This interactive 192-question worksheet uses six sample breakfast and lunch menus to teach skills like: - Figuring out the total cost of a 2-4 item meal - Accurately calculating sales tax Educators can use this printable worksheet one-on-one or in small groups to help special education students gain confidence with money math. It includes step-by-step instructions, real-world examples, and ideas for lesson implementation that make it easy to incorporate into IEP goals for grades 7-9. With age-appropriate graphics and reinforced learning, this worksheet helps middle schoolers build money skills for independence at school, home, and in the community.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Autism Resource For Parent, Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Autism And Money Skills
Math in the Real World: Personal Math Research Project for STEM, Enrichment, or Early-Finishers
Math, Percentages, Decimals, Money, Fractions, Geometry, Measurements, STEM, Research, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
Personal STEM Research Project: Each student chooses a topic of interest and answers a challenging math question about it after step-by-step mini lessons teach them how. This research project can be used in many ways: - As a whole class STEM unit with 7 mini-lessons (a great idea for Friday afternoons) - As a year/term-long project for early finishers (no more copying extra math worksheets for every single lesson!) - As an enrichment activity for a small group (for those students who are ready for an extra challenge) The unit takes students through the step-by-step process using an example (how much water is needed to fill an ice rink for the NHL). The 7 steps are: o Topic: Help your students choose a topic and then narrow it down. This way your students will be invested in this project because it is about something that interests them! o Question: Brainstorm questions about that topic that need math to be solved. Help guided your students to a question that will have more than one step to solve. o Skills: Practice/learn skills needed to answer the question. Your students can use math websites like IXL, youtube videos, or their textbook to learn/review skills. o Research: Complete research to find necessary information. Students will need to find science and technology information to answer many of their questions. o Math: Put the skills and research together to find the answer! o Present: Think of a creative way to present the solution to the class. o Reflect: Take time to think back on the process. Grades : This project works well for intermediate/middle school aged students in grades 5-8. It could also be used in a high school special education classroom with extra support.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Math Project, Real Life Math, Math Research, STEM, Enrichment, Inquiry, Question, Problem Solving, Word Problems, Applied Math
Salary Activity
Math, Money, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about STEM subjects. Salary Do you like Mathematics? what is your favorite subject? Do you like to be an entrepreneur someday? If yes, who is your favourite entrepreneur? What your business will be about? Have you ever tried to calculate your monthly spendings? If yes, tell us more about it. Have you ever seen a grownup using a credit card to making a money transaction online? If yes, do you think it is safe? Mathematics is a marvelous subject. Let' sharpen our brains and solve some equations in our daily life. Do you like timetable tricks? What is your favorite one? Using credit cards online is a little bit tricky. What do you think? Salary Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this topic. Salary This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions You just got paid, create a budget for how you will spend it. Think about eating out, bills shopping and will you be able to save any? Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Salary Activity, Salary, Salary Facts, Salary Facts For Kids, Financial Literacy, Financial Literacy Facts, Financial Literacy Facts For Kids, Mathematics , Everyday Mathematics
Financial Literacy: Household Budget Project
Life Studies, Math, Decimals, Money, Finance, Home Economics, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Financial Literacy: Household Budget Project - Taxes, Insurance, Loans, Rent, Groceries and More! This resource is a ready-to-print and engaging project designed to teach high school students about personal finance and budgeting.. Each student is assigned a fictional career with a specific salary and student loan debt- which makes the budgeting process as realistic as possible! You could be a doctor with a high salary and a huge debt, a cashier with no debt but a very low salary, or something in between. Tasks: Income tax calculations using percentages written as decimals Rent options research and saving up for a house down payment in the future Loan repayment (if you have one) Transportation options: bus, leasing a car with no money down, saving up for a car Budget allocations for food and clothing Making monthly payments such as health insurance, electricity bills, and subscription services The flexibility of this project allows students to work at their own pace following the step-by-step instructions. If they encounter a shortfall in funds, they will need to re-evaluate their spending habits which offers an invaluable lesson in financial prioritization. Sometimes you can't have it all! Grades to Use With: This lesson is primarily designed for high school students in grades 8-12. It could be used in math class, career and personal planning, or family studies course. It could also be used for enrichment in grade 7 or in a life skills class with enough support and the use of calculators. Flexible Application This project can be used for whole-group instruction, small-group work, or an independent project. All of the instructions are clearly included, so students should be able to work at their own pace. At the end, a reflection is included so students can discuss what they have learned about the budgeting process. This is the kind of learning that stays with students long after math class ends! What's Included: A total of 7 pages in PDF format including 15 unique career cards to assign to students. If you like this personal finance lesson, check out others in my store: Taxes, Tips, Sales Inflation Renting vs Buying a Home Income Tax
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Planning, Budgeting, Personal Finance, Math Skills, Taxes, Loans, Rent, Groceries, Financial Literacy, Real World Math
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Reading Restaurant Menus Level 1
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Reading Restaurant Menus Level 1 This interactive 192-question math worksheet aids middle school students in developing essential life skills for independence. Students will calculate complete breakfast and lunch meal costs using six standard restaurant menus. Questions progress in difficulty from computing costs of two menu items to four. Interactive practice strengthens skills in money management. All questions include detailed solutions. Educators can implement this printable resource in special education classes, speech therapy, ABA therapy, or one-on-one intervention. It also helps define, set, and measure IEP goals related to functional math and independent living. The worksheet provides real-world money math practice for grades 7-9. The step-by-step structure with visual supports is ideal for middle schoolers with autism and other special needs. Students will build confidence ordering meals and managing money. Skills developed with this resource help middle schoolers gain independence at school, home and in the community.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math, Special Education Money Math, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Autism Resource For Parent, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Autism And Money Skills, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Math Menu Activities, Life Skills Worksheets Kids, Restaurant Menu Math Word Problems, Literacy Menus, Menu Math Printable, Menu Engineering Worksheet, Life Skills Math, Menu Worksheet
6th Grade Math: Expressions and Equations Bundle: 7 Activities
Math, Graphing, Multiplication and Division, Division, Numbers, Algebra, Money, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities
Do you need some new ideas for your 6th grade math unit to meet the Common Core State Standards for Expressions and Equations ? Here is a ready-to-go bundle with seven fun real-life activities to incorporate into your unit plan. 1) Exponent Board Game : Students won't even notice how many exponent math problems they actually solve while racing their friends around this game board. 2) 5 Stations for Early Algebra : These fun stations allow students to solve word problems, play an expression game, create a growing pattern with counters, solve one-step equations, graph a pattern, and more! 3) Equivalent Expressions: Real-Life Financial Situations: Students write simple expressions for real-life situations, then use one of four strategies (from the provided handout) to convert them to equivalent expressions. A matching activity is also included! 4) Modelling Equations Using Visual Balance Scales: Here's a fun visual activity to teach your students about doing the same thing to each side of an equation! 5) The Wave Pool Problem: Students have to create tables of values, figure out an expression, graph two options, and decide which way they would prefer to pay to visit a new wave pool in their neighbourhood. 6) Inequality Matching Game: Here's a fun, whole-class matching game to practice solving simple inequalities! 7) Hockey Math Equations: Students complete tables and graph independent and dependent variables while exploring all the math found at a hockey arena. Grades to Use With: This bundle is designed for students in Grade 6, but can be used for Grade 5 enrichment, Grade 7 or 8 review, or high school special education classes. What's Included: 32 Page PDF with 7 Activities and complete answer keys! If you like this product, check out my other 6th Grade Math Bundles for each learning strand: 6th Grade Math Statistics and Probability Bundle 6th Grade Math Ratio and Proportional Relationships Bundle 6th Grade Math Number System Bundle 6th Grade Math: Geometry
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags 6th Grade Math, Grade 6 Math, Algebra, Financial Literacy, Inequalities, Equations, Equivalent Expressions, Tables And Graphs, Expressions, Variables
Understanding a Paycheck
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities
This activity is all about Understanding a Paycheck. The product includes a sample of a realistic earnings statement along with 18 questions regarding the understanding of how to read one and an answer key. This is a great way to help students understand taxes, social security, income, retirement, etc. It is a great component of any consumer math or financial literacy unit! Comprehending how to read an earnings statement, commonly included with paychecks, is vital for middle and high school students. It cultivates essential financial literacy and practical life skills. These statements outline earnings, deductions, and net income, enabling students to grasp the relationship between work and pay. This knowledge is invaluable for budgeting, taxation awareness, and setting financial goals. Additionally, it lays the foundation for responsible financial management and career decisions. Teaching students to decipher these statements equips them with indispensable tools for personal financial success, promoting financial independence and informed choices as they transition into adulthood. Students will engage in consumer math as they see samples of earning statements and answer comprehension questions. It includes a PDF that you can utilize as a printed worksheet, but also includes a Google Slides version in order for you to be able to utilize it online.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Paychecks, Earning Statements, Careers, Finances, Writing A Check, Writing, Comprehension Questions, Google Slides, Consumer Math
Room Renovation Project
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Geometry, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
The Room Renovation Project The Room Renovation Project is a teaching resource uniquely designed to help students appreciate and utilize basic math concepts in practical, real-world situations. Targeted towards grade 5-12 educators in the spheres of Math and Life Studies, this resource presents an interactive way to teach important subjects such as finance, home economics, geometry and more. An engaging scenario: The project sparks interest by presenting a creative scenario - winning the lottery and remodeling their bedroom. However, students must prove they can plan smartly and make informed decisions about expenses during this renovation journey.This hands-on project notably turns mathematical learning into an intriguing venture that keeps learners engrossed from start to finish. Diverse steps: Blueprint creation for room layout design; Color selection & flooring choices requiring careful calculations for budget considerations; Furniture selection within allowed expenditure limits; 3D room modeling giving life to 2D plans through virtual reality. In each step students grasp important arithmetic skills while handling budgets and measuring; geometric principles which help them contemplate room dimensions or decide where to place what furniture item; comprehension of budgeting concepts introducing them consumer mathematics realities at an early age. Beyond Mathematics: This Room Renovation Project breaks disciplinary boundaries by introducing the integration of technology into everyday tasks - Google Slides forms a major part of project execution. It is highly likely that organizational skills taught via tracking expenses or ensuring feasible design plans will become lifelong habits for many. In Summary - A Versatile Teaching Tool: Above all else stands its adaptability feature making the Room Renovation Project appealing on different fronts – variations according to teaching environments possible due to accompanying editable files combined with traditional paper tasks or digital execution on Google Slides if needed. Not just a task of turning around bedrooms using given lottery winnings intelligently. This ingenious educational tool helps underscore students the omnipresence of mathematics even where least expected making it an indispensable part of life.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Room Renovation, Math Education, Practical Application, Budgeting Skills, Geometry Principles
Checking Account Project
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Career, Math, Money, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
I'm thrilled to introduce you to the Checking Account Project, a tailored resource aimed at middle school and high school students. As educators, we know the value of imparting essential life skills, and that's exactly what this project is designed to do—equip students with a foundational understanding of checking accounts and their benefits. Here's what you can expect: Real-World Insight: We all know consumer math can be a bit perplexing, especially for students navigating it for the first time. This product is packed with activities that delve into the workings of checking accounts and how they can be responsibly integrated into daily life. Flexible Learning: Whether your students prefer working from home or in the classroom, this project accommodates both settings. It's adaptable to different preferences, ensuring a seamless learning experience. Empowering Students: By offering various activities, from understanding the anatomy of a check to simulating ATM usage, this project empowers students to become savvy consumers with a firm grasp of checking account essentials. Tailored Adaptation: Education isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither is this project. Feel free to tweak and customize it to align with your students' needs and learning objectives. Included in the package: Glossary of Key Terms: A handy reference for students to familiarize themselves with checking account terminology. Real-World Insight: An activity that encourages students to interview adults with checking accounts, promoting practical understanding. Hands-On Learning: Engaging exercises that teach students how to write checks, endorse and void them, and comprehend the role of debit cards. Practical Application: Utilizing an online ATM simulator, students gain firsthand experience in using ATMs. Financial Literacy: Learning how to balance a checkbook ledger—an invaluable skill for personal finance management. Comprehension Matters: Demystifying checking account statements, equipping students to read and understand them effectively. The Checking Account Project serves as a stepping stone toward financial literacy, ensuring that your students are well-prepared for the responsibilities of the adult world. Feel free to make it your own, tailoring it to resonate with your students' learning journey. Let's empower our students to navigate their financial future with confidence. The Checking Account Project lays down the groundwork for responsible and informed financial choices—a skill they'll carry with them for life.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Finances, Financial Literacy, Checking Account Project, Middle School, High School, Small Group, Interview, Debit Cards, Math Project, Consumer Math
Geometry Project: Park Design with Area, Perimeter, and Volume (with Budgeting!)
Math, Decimals, Multiplication and Division, Division, Money, Geometry, Measurements, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
This project allows students to apply their knowledge of perimeter, area, volume, and decimal calculations to a realistic and creative situation. They are tasked with designing a new park that includes areas for swimming, playing (skate park, playground, and grass), eating, and walking. They use their knowledge of perimeter when considering the size and shape of their park and the amount of fencing required. Every student is assigned the same perimeter. This constraint ensures your students can accurately calculate perimeter, it makes some of the marking easier for you, and it will help stimulate a discussion about the relationship between perimeter and area. Although all the perimeters are the same, the areas of your students' parks can be vastly different depending on the shape chosen! They use their knowledge of area when dividing the park up into sections for different activities. An understanding of volume is used when considering filling the pool. Finally, they use their knowledge of decimal calculations when determining the final price of the entire project. Each different section has a different cost (unit rate). For example, paths are much cheaper than a playground, and grassy areas cost less than a swimming pool. I asked my students to calculate by hand, but you could allow yours to use a calculator as well. This project requires students to use creative and logical thinking skills, organization, careful calculating methods, and neat drawing/colouring. It is a great project to use as a summative assessment or to show parents at conferences. Grades to Use With: This math project could work in grades 4-8 in regular math classes. It could also be used in high school special education classes. If you enjoy this math project, check out some others in my store: Transformation Design with Rubric Math Mini Unit: Converting Scores into Percentages Math Project: Create Your Dream Store
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Perimeter, Area, Volume, Math Project, Design, Budget, Decimals, Unit Rate, Applied Math, Sped, Geometry Project, Perimeter Area Volume Worksheets, Area Perimeter Volume Worksheets, Area Perimeter And Volume Worksheets, Geometry Projects For High School Math, Geometry Projects For High School, Geometry Project For High School, Geometry Area And Perimeter, Geometry Projects, Geometry Projects For Middle School Students, Perimeter Area And Volume Worksheets, Area Perimeter And Volume
Camping Budget Project: Gr 5-8 Budget Worksheet Personal Finance
Life Studies, Home Economics, Money, Math, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities, Projects
Here’s an engaging , summer-themed, real-world math budget project for your middle grades students (in grades 5-8). The math project incorporates useful personal finance and financial literacy skills along with realistic budgeting. Each student in your class is going to plan their purchases for a summer camping trip with friends! How to Use: You will assign each student in your class a budget (I recommend between $400-$1,750) . A $400 budget will be challenging, and the student might only be able to bring one friend and buy mainly low-cost items. On the other hand, a $1,750 budget will be much more luxurious, and that student will be able to more friends and choose many fancy items. Students work within their budgets, picking a low, middle, or high-cost choice for each category (tent, sleeping bag, cooler chairs, food and more). Certain items must be multiplied by the total number of campers while others (like a stove) do not. Students will add up their eleven choices and make sure they stay within their budget. They might need to make a few trade-offs and skip desired items to ensure they have the things they can't camp without. Finally, your students will calculate how much money they have left, and they will answer reflection questions shopping within a budget, earning more money, or buying things used. What's Included: 5 Page PDF It's Ready to Print and Go! - Title page/teacher instructions - 2 page budgeting worksheet: This includes all of the item choices and their prices. - 1 page reflection: This is a great way to start a class discussion about budgeting- an important life skill. - COMPLETE ANSWER KEY that includes a completed sample budget so you know exactly how to assess this project Math skills required: - adding, subtracting, and multiplying with whole numbers (up to the thousands): no decimals! This project could also be a great addition to a high school life skills classroom!
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Budget Project, Budget Worksheet, Camping Budget, Math Project, Financial Literacy, Personal Finance, Budget, Money Math, Life Skills, Multiplication
Real World Life Skills - Financial Literacy Skills - Accessible Audio Book Gr. 6-12+
Life Studies, Math, Money, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Read Alouds, Activities
Real World Life Skills - Financial Literacy Skills An accessible audio book designed for grades 6 through 12 students. This education resource provides a robust review of important financial and economic concepts, making it a great tool for Mathematics teachers and educators focused on life skills training. The audio book covers various crucial topics: Financial management techniques such as understanding loans, credit card pitfalls, cash flow dynamics, Asset & Debt Management. Negotiation skills by walking them through the process of securing better value when shopping. Understanding Credit scores and actionable tips to enhance these scores. In-depth lessons pertaining to car ownership like maintenance costs, depreciation effects etc along with aspects of home ownership responsibilities. A comprehensive understanding of different types of taxes as well as global economics' knowledge base inclusive coverage on cryptocurrencies related concepts. Bearing in mind visual or physical impairments that might make traditional content hard to navigate—information is broken down into digestible sections with logical sequencing. Each lesson being straightforward yet engaging—a perfect fit whether you're conducting entire group classes or small study groups. Emphasis on Features: The option for text-to-speech function activation which benefits auditory learners the most thus enhancing comprehension levels vastly. Carefully contrasted images used alongside texts impart further relevant information increasing visibility catering specially to visually impaired learners' needs hence promoting inclusion at all levels. This ready-to-print PDF material extends over one hundred thirty pages approximating textbook length holds immense convenience for educators either for curricular lesson plans incorporation or assigning enriching homeworks fostering real-world essential skills among your rapidly growing wards fostering their transformation into confident financially-literate adults. A promising all-in-one solution to bridge between academic knowledge and life skills in an accessible way.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Financial Literacy, Life Skills, Comprehension, Assessments, Vocabulary
Coin Piggy Banks: American Currency Activity
Money, Math, Finance, Life Studies, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about STEM subjects. American Currency Do you like to learn more about financial matters? what is your favorite subject? Do you like to be an entrepreneur someday? If yes, who is your favourite entrepreneur? What your business will be about? Have you ever tried to calculate your monthly spendings? If yes, tell us more about it. Have you ever seen a grownup using a credit card to making a money transaction online? If yes, do you think it is safe? Mathematics is a marvelous subject. Let' sharpen our brains and solve some equations in our daily life. What are the different types of bank cards? Can you tell what is the job of every type? Using credit cards online is a little bit tricky. What do you think? Have you ever read about investments? If yes, tell us more about it. American Currency Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this topic. American Currency This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Cut the coins out and glue them on the right piggy bank. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags American Currency Activity, American Currency, Currency Activity, American Currency Facts, American Currency Facts For Kids, Currencies Activity, Currencies Facts, Currencies Facts For Kids
Entrepreneur Fair: Start a Business Mini-Unit Grades 4-6
Life Studies, Math, Money, Finance, Business, Career, Grade 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Activities, Projects
This Entrepreneur Fair Mini Unit is completely ready-to-go for your intermediate or middle school classroom. It walks students through the entire process of starting a small business step-by-step. Use it over several weeks, culminating with an Entrepreneur Fair in your classroom where students can buy each other's products and services. This will be the kind of hands-on, applicable learning students don't soon forget! How to Use: Print a booklet (double-sided) for each student with pages 2-7. Print a single page 8 for each student. o What is an Entrepreneur?: Read through as a class and give students time to research entrepreneurs. Decide if students will work independently or in pairs or small groups. o Brainstorming a Product or Service: Support your students as they complete the mind-map to think of a product or service they could sell. Ask questions to get them thinking of ideas. Once they have decided, they complete the page to draw and describe their idea. o Costs to Start a Business: Model a sample product and its costs, then let your students complete this task for their business idea. Encourage them to recycle and reuse items whenever possible: the less they spend, the more profit they can make! o Making the Product: Remind your students about writing instructions. They can include temporal words like first, next, and finally. Then give them class time to make products (some can also be done at home). Decide how much money your students will bring to the fair (and if you will use real money or pretend). I recommend $5. Students need to know this before they can price their item. o Pricing: Give students time to price their product and explain their rationale. o Advertising: Students will create advertisements for their products. You could bring in magazines or show online ads to notice key features: bright, happy, aspirational images with short, catchy phrases and features. You can post the ads around the classroom before the fair. Give students the pretend money (or they bring real money from home) and let them shop for each other’s items. They can make change and keep a tally of sales. o Calculating Profit: Walk students through the profit calculation step-by-step. o Reflection: Finally, give students time to reflect on the entire process.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Entrepreneur, Entrepreneur Fair, Business, Sale, Money Math, Small Business, Economics, Profit, Mini Unit, Genius Hour
Financial Literacy: My Budget Project for Elementary (Gr 3-6)
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Multiplication and Division, Division, Subtraction, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
Here’s a realistic and engaging way to teach upper elementary pupils in grades 3-6 about budgeting while introducing some basic financial literacy too! How to Use : 1) Each student will be assigned a monthly budget (from $1,700 all the way to $5,000). 2) They select one of three options (low, medium, pricey) for each spending category: housing, eating, transportation, technology, & clothing. They might find that they have to change their choices as they move through the process. Making sacrifices is part of budgeting in real life too! 3) Students add up the amounts they spend and calculate how much they can save per month (and throughout the entire year). 4) They pick what luxury option they would save for over time: a car, a video game system, a vacation, or a house. This lesson is full of fun and bright visuals and charts that are well-organized to ensure that this math learning is accessible to all the students in your class! Math skills needed : Addition - up to 1,000 Subtraction - 4-digit numbers Multiplication - 4-digit numbers by 12 Grades to Use With: This lessons is designed to be accessible to younger students in the elementary years (grades 3-6) because it uses simple math skills and bright and engaging visuals. It could also be an excellent resource for a high school special education classroom! What's Included: A total of 10 pages: Title Page Different Student Budgets to Assign Student Title Page Budget Spreadsheet 5 pages of options (housing, eating, transportation, technology, and clothing) Savings Spreadsheet If you enjoy this project, please check out other math and financial literacy activities in my store: Grace Under Pressure ! I strive to help students see how the math skills they learn in the classroom are super helpful in everyday life! Back to School Budget Activity Halloween Budget Activity My Party Budget: Decimals and Percentages Practice
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Literacy, Budget Project, Spending, Saving, Budget, Rent, Groceries, Shopping, Transportation, Banking