Lesson Plan

Budgeting Basics

Learn fundamentals of creating a budget

In this lesson, students will learn the essentials of budgeting, including how to track income and expenses. They will apply these skills by creating a budget for a hypothetical scenario. This lesson is important for helping students develop financial literacy, which is a critical skill for managing personal finances effectively.

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Step 1

Introduction to Budgeting

5 mins

Step 2

Discussion: Tracking Income and Expenses

10 mins

Step 3

Activity: Create a Budget

20 mins

Step 4

Review and Discussion

5 mins

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

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