Students read a scenario and then practice creating a buying plan and comparison shopping for a computer.
Topic
Spend (Budgeting, Buying things)
Subject
CTE (Career and technical education), English or language arts, Math, Social studies or history
Grade Level
Elementary school (4-5), Middle school (6-8)
Duration
45-60 minutes
Big idea
A buying plan can help people when they purchase products or services.
Essential questions
- What is a buying plan?
- Why is a buying plan helpful?
Objectives
- Recognize times when having a buying plan may be useful
- Understand how to use a buying plan to make a major purchase
What students will do
- Discuss times when people may spend money on something expensive or important.
- Create a buying plan and practice comparison shopping for a computer.
Download activity
Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_using-buying-plan_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_using-buying-plan_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.
