MathSocial Studies6-8
Creating a Family Budget
By Sadorah G.
This 1-page packet guides 7th graders through creating a personal or family budget, identifying assets and liabilities, and calculating percentages of spending. It includes a list of potential budget items with prices to help students get started.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 45-minute introduction to personal finance and budgeting.
- Discussion question: What are some unexpected expenses that might impact a family budget?
- For struggling readers, provide a pre-filled sample budget and have them identify the percentages.
- Advanced learners can research and compare the budgets of different types of families (e.g., single parent, large family).
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.
MathSocial Studies6-8
Creating a Family Budget
By Sadorah G.
This 1-page packet guides 7th graders through creating a personal or family budget, identifying assets and liabilities, and calculating percentages of spending. It includes a list of potential budget items with prices to help students get started.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 45-minute introduction to personal finance and budgeting.
- Discussion question: What are some unexpected expenses that might impact a family budget?
- For struggling readers, provide a pre-filled sample budget and have them identify the percentages.
- Advanced learners can research and compare the budgets of different types of families (e.g., single parent, large family).
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.