Katrina's Classroom
Katrina's Classroom: Teaching Money Skills for Life is a four-part curriculum unit designed for personal finance-related high school classrooms.
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Paying Taxes
OVERVIEW
The infographic features the types of taxes people pay on the things they buy, what they earn, and what they own. The three types of tax systems—progressive, regressive, and proportional—are featured.
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CURRICULUM UNITS
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
0-15 MIN
Evaluating Careers
This activity uses a decisionmaking chart to research career options.
VIDEO Q&A
0-15 MIN
Forms 101: Filling Out the W-4
Introduce the W-4 form and explain the basics of taxes, dependents, and exemptions.
MODULES
16-30 MIN
Building Human Capital | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 1
Identify the link between investment in human capital and earning income.
READING Q&A
16-30 MIN
Your Social Security Number: The 9-Digit Evolution
Look at the history of social security.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Invest in Yourself
Identify ways to invest in human capital.
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INFOGRAPHICS & COMICS
Entrepreneurs
Demonstrate what it means to be an entrepreneur.
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Why Develop Human Capital?
Learn about the connection between education level and earning potential.
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Why is Good Credit Important?
Learn about the importance of your credit history.
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Why Should You Save & Invest?
Learn about the value of saving, investing, and the Rule of 72.
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Banks & Interest
Illustrate factors to consider when selecting a bank.
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Insurance
Discuss factors to consider when buying insurance.
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Why Prepare for the Unexpected?
Learn how to financially prepare for emergencies.
