Students analyze the profiles of three different people to decide what kind of borrowing reputation they have.
Topic
Borrow (Getting loans)
Subject
English or language arts, Fine arts and performing arts, Math
Grade Level
Middle school (6-8)
Duration
45-60 minutes
Big idea
People with a good reputation as a borrower are more likely to earn the trust of a lender.
Essential questions
- How might a person’s habits and decisions affect their reputation as a borrower?
- How might someone regain a lender’s trust when they have a bad borrowing reputation?
Objectives
- Recognize habits that lead to a good or bad reputation as a borrower
- Identify what makes a person a good borrower
What students will do
- Analyze three profiles and decide whether the people have a positive or negative borrowing reputation.
- Answer questions about the qualities of a good borrower and their own borrowing reputation.
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Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_building-good-borrowing-reputation_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_building-good-borrowing-reputation_worksheet.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.
