Students read a handout about taxes and respond to questions to explore the relationship between working and taxes.
Earn (Becoming an entrepreneur, Getting paid, Making money, Paying taxes)
CTE (Career and technical education), Social studies or history
High school (9-10), High school (11-12)
15-20 minutes
Big idea
Taxes are part of every working person’s paycheck — including the many teenagers who work part-time jobs during the school year and the summer.
Essential questions
- What are specific things teens should know about taxes?
- What does it mean to file a tax return?
Objectives
- Understand the relationship between working and taxes
- Recognize key terms related to income tax
What students will do
- Read a handout about taxes.
- Answer matching questions about teens and taxes.
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Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_understanding-jobs-teens-taxes_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_understanding-jobs-teens-taxes_worksheet.pdf
cfpb_building_block_activities_taxes-understanding-basics_handout.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.