Lesson Plan

Credit Cards

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Choosing your first credit card can often be an intimidating and confusing experience for young adults. Give your pupils the foundational knowledge they need for tackling this process head-on, including learning to distinguish different types of credit card accounts, calculate costs and finance charges, and read credit card statements.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Bring in sample credit card brochures in order to provide a more relevant and hands-on learning experience
Classroom Considerations
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Pros
  • Well-designed worksheets and answer key
  • Includes guided notes for PowerPoint presentation
Cons
  • None
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