Banks & Interest
Illustrate factors to consider when selecting a bank.
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1 Hour+
A Penny Saved
OVERVIEW
This lesson describes four scenarios involving take-home pay and bank fees for students to solve. Students play a game that teaches financial literacy is important in keeping currency.
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VIDEO Q&A
0-15 MIN
Banks and Alternatives 101: Fees, Fees and More Fees: It all Adds Up
Weigh the benefits and costs of rent-to-own and “buy here, pay here” options.
MODULES
16-30 MIN
Your Budget Plan | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 4
Analyze effective budgeting behaviors.
READING Q&A
16-30 MIN
Advertising: Targets, Techniques, and Technology
Explain how advertising creates demand for products or services.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
The Balance Sheet
Distinguish between wealth-building assets and depreciating assets.
CURRICULUM UNITS
Tools for Teaching the Arkansas High School Economics with Personal Finance Course
The Arkansas Toolkit equips teachers with ready-to-use lesson guides and resources that are aligned with state standards.
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CURRICULUM UNITS
Cards, Cars, and Currency
Teach credit cards, debit cards, and car loans with the “Cards, Cars, and Currency” curriculum unit.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Keep the Currency
Play a game to test students' knowledge about credit cards, debit cards, and purchasing a car.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
Credit Cards—A Package Deal
Analyze a credit card disclosure and regular statements.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
Banking on Debit Cards
Review balancing a bank account statement and the costs of using a debit card.
