Students draw pictures of a savings goal and discuss the importance of saving money over time.
Save and invest (Saving for long-term goals, Saving for short-term goals)
English or language arts, Fine arts and performing arts, Math, Social studies or history
Elementary school (K-1), Elementary school (2-3), Elementary school (4-5)
45-60 minutes
Big idea
Saving money can help us get the things we want in life.
Essential questions
- Why is it a good idea to save money?
- What do I want to save money for?
Objectives
- Understand the importance of having a goal for saving money
- Practice creating a plan for reaching a savings goal
What students will do
- Draw a picture of something they’d like to save money for.
- Plan how they’ll save money for what they’ve drawn.
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Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_picturing-what-youre-saving-for_guide.pdf
cfpb_building_block_activities_como-visualizar-las-cosas-para-las-que-ahorra_guia.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_picturing-what-youre-saving-for_worksheet.pdf
cfpb_building_block_activities_como-visualizar-las-cosas-para-las-que-ahorra_tabla.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.
