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Choosing My Lifestyle

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How much does it cost to live the life your dream life? Scholars explore the pitfalls of personal finance through planning, discussion, and research. The first lesson in a five-part series tasks individuals with determining an approximate monthly income needed, as well as careers that support their lifestyles.

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Concepts

life skills, lifestyles, career goals, careers, career planning, financial goals, personal finance, finance, consequences, budgeting, making decisions, bills, credit

Additional Tags

college and career readiness

Instructional Ideas

Have students estimate their utility costs using online budgeting tools
Prior to showing the introductory video, have the class list all of the utilities they currently have in their households

Classroom Considerations

Make the lesson as specific as possible by encouraging pupils to research the cost of living in the area in which they would like to live

Pros

An eye-opening and engaging topic ensures learners come away from the lesson with a new appreciation for financial literacy
The included printables are great for helping the class choose their options as they work through the material

Cons

None

Common Core

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