Borrowing money seems like a great idea until you are in over your head. High schoolers learn the benefits and risks associated with credit and how to be a responsible borrower. More than just credit cards, they learn trustworthiness is a strong quality in the world of lending. 

Concepts

credit, credit cards, finance

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Additional Tags

lifestyle

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Instructional Ideas

• Use with the other lesson from this publisher about credit reports

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a variety of materials, including chart paper, markers, a cell phone, a five dollar bill, pencils, DVD, and handouts

Pros

• Comes with a complete lesson that guides you through the discussion questions and provides all supporting materials

Cons

• None