Students conduct online research to become familiar with reading and analyzing credit card statements.
Borrow (Managing credit)
CTE (Career and technical education), English or language arts, Social studies or history
Middle school (6-8)
45-60 minutes
Big idea
It’s important to understand the key information on a credit card statement.
Essential questions
- What’s a credit card statement?
- What are some important parts of a credit card statement?
Objectives
- Identify a credit card statement
- Understand the information listed on a credit card statement
What students will do
- Visit MyCreditUnion.gov to learn how to read and understand a credit card statement.
- Test their knowledge by answering questions about a sample credit card statement.
Download activity
Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_analyzing-credit-card-statements_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_analyzing-credit-card-statements_worksheet.pdf
cfpb_building_block_activities_sample-credit-card-statement_handout.pdf
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.