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Comparing jobs and hobbies

Students learn about the differences between jobs and hobbies and then play a game to apply their understanding.

Topic

Earn (Becoming an entrepreneur, Making money)

Subject

English or language arts, Physical education or health, Social studies or history

Grade Level

Elementary school (K-1), Elementary school (2-3)

Duration

15-20 minutes

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Big idea

Some things we do to earn money, and some things we do just for fun.

Essential questions

  • What’s a job?
  • What’s the difference between a job and hobby?

Objectives

  • Understand the difference between a job and a hobby
  • Consider how hobbies can become jobs

What students will do

  • Discuss the difference between a job and a hobby.
  • Play a game where they’ll stand up if they think an activity is a job and stay sitting if it’s a hobby.

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Teacher guide

cfpb_building_block_activities_comparing-jobs-hobbies_guide.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.

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