Students conduct research on the Occupational Outlook Handbook webpage of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics to learn about careers in life, physical, and social science.
Earn (Learning about careers, Making money)
CTE (Career and technical education), Fine arts and performing arts, Science
Middle school (6-8)
45-60 minutes
Big idea
Planning now for life after high school can help set you up for success.
Essential questions
- What are career options in life, physical, and social science?
- What kind of education do I need to help me prepare for those careers?
Objectives
- Research careers in life, physical, and social science
- Create a vision board for careers in the sciences
What students will do
- Explore careers in the sciences on the Occupational Outlook Handbook webpage of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Fill in a chart with information about the careers.
- Create a vision board for careers in life, physical, and social science.
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Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_creating-vision-board-careers-sciences_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_creating-vision-board-careers-sciences_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.
