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How It Works:
"Money is the root of all evil." We
have heard this saying many times. There is a certain amount
of truth in it. Most Americans live the American Dream
by putting themselves in debt, which can lead to stress. It's time to change
our ways and put
money into perspective. With budgeting tips learned in this unit,
students can learn how to attain American Dream without getting themselves into debt.
This
project teaches kids about how money is made, earned, spent,
saved and shared. Students follow money from the time it is
made in a US mint to the time it gets in their hands; after
participating in activities from the unit, they are made aware of
ways to
make wise spending choices. They learn various ways to make a
budget, utilize their math skills to keep a record of what they
spend, and use technology to help them keep track of their money.
Standards:
The student will identify the denominations
of different coins.
- The student selects the appropriate
operation to solve specific problems.
- The student solves real world problems
involving money.
- The student learns what a budget is and how to manage money.
- The student learns identify the
difference between a need and a want.
- The student understands the consequences of
using limited resources.
- The student recognizes and applies compare
and contrast text.
- The student clarifies understanding through,
rereading, self correction, group discussion and checking
sources.
- The student uses technology tools to collect
and organize data.
- The student uses technology to enhance
learning, increase productivity and promote creativity.
Estimated Class Periods To Complete:
10 or more
Software Materials Used:
Students will need access to the Internet, which will be
their main source for research and a printer to print selected
worksheets. ClarisWorks or other is used to write work, create
graphs or tables that reflect their research. They may use a program
like excel to learn to make a ledger and use formulas for adding,
subtracting, etc.
Keywords:
money, budget, coins, earn, savings, account, bank,
check, spend, purchase, interest, dollar, US mint
Students:
This unit was developed for intermediate levels, 3-6. The students must know how to use the Internet, have
a basic knowledge of computers and how to use the designated
software. Students will work in groups and partners to help each
other in the acquisition of knowledge through the web and other
software.
Overall Value:
Students will learn how to manage money at a young age
and make them conscious of what the real world is like.
They will learn how technology is such a big part of today's
financial world.
Tips:
You will need to download and make copies of tables and
questions for students to use when they visit the websites. Bookmark all
URL's that you want the kids to go into to save time. Give lessons
on how to make graphs and tables prior to the unit. Also
contact key speakers prior to the unit to make plans ahead of time.
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About
the Teacher:
Elizabeth Linero is a graduate of Florida International University and has been teaching
in Miami-Dade County Public Schools since 1998. She has worked
as a volunteer leader for the 4-H Club.
Having fifteen years of experience in the corporate world has made
it easy for Elizabeth to incorporate technology in the classroom.
She is creative and effective in using hands-on techniques.
As an active participant of Citibank FamilyTech program, Elizabeth
has received a grant to implement a project called Honey I Blew Up
The Bee which has been very successful in motivating students in
learning and provided opportunities for them to be involved in
technology.
Subjects:
Math & Language Arts
Grade
Levels:
3
Through 6
Email
Elizabeth
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