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Composing songs and verse about fraud

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Students write a song, rap, or poem that warns people about identity theft and types of fraud.

Big idea

Fraud and identity theft harm millions of Americans every year. 

Essential questions

  • What are some common types of fraud? 
  • How does fraud pose a financial risk to me?

Objectives

  • Identify common types of fraud
  • Write a song, rap, or poem about a type of fraud

What students will do

  • Review definitions of different types of fraud.
  • Write a song, rap, or poem about a type of fraud.
  • Perform or read the song, rap, or poem for the class.

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Teacher guide

cfpb_building_block_activities_composing-songs-verse-about-fraud_guide.pdf

Student materials

cfpb_building_block_activities_composing-songs-verse-about-fraud_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.

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