Students use paper puppets to role-play a story about Money Monsters exploring career options and think about careers they might enjoy.
Earn (Learning about careers, Making money)
English or language arts, Fine arts and performing arts, Social studies or history
Elementary school (K-1), Elementary school (2-3)
45-60 minutes
Big idea
The things we like to do can help us think about careers we may enjoy.
Essential questions
- What are my interests?
- What career could I have?
Objectives
- Identify personal interests
- Think about careers you may enjoy
What students will do
- Listen to a story about choosing a career. (You will need a book reader app to open ePub files).
- Discuss their interests and careers they may enjoy.
- Use paper puppets to role-play the story.
Download activity
Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_learning-about-careers-money-monsters_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_money-monsters-learn-about-careers_story.pdf
cfpb_building_block_money-monsters-learn-career_story.epub
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.
