Most adults dread April 15 — tax day! Tax preparation can be intimidating even for adults. Build confidence by leading individuals through the process and then give them a scenario to practice. The exercise uses tax vocabulary to give pupils practice using the language. This is the fourth installment of an 11-part series.

Concepts

income tax, taxes, financial literacy

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have individuals complete a tax form using their own data or the sample data provided
• Require high schoolers to complete the tax form and make calculations by hand to encourage understanding of the process
• Could be used in a consumer math class or as a high school algebra project

Classroom Considerations

• Tax language can be complex; allow for time to practice vocabulary
• The fourth installment of an 11-part series

Pros

• All handouts, keys, rubric, and a teacher guide are included
• Guided practice precedes independent practice

Cons

• Tax forms change yearly; edits will be necessary as changes occur

Common Core

MP1 MP6