Creating an insurance commercial
Students demonstrate their understanding of how insurance minimizes financial risk by creating a commercial that features a specific type of insurance product.
Big idea
When you purchase insurance, you gain some protection from the financial burdens that unexpected events can cause.
Essential questions
- What are some unexpected events that could cause a financial burden?
- How does having insurance help reduce financial risk?
Objectives
- Understand how insurance creates shared risk between the policyholder and the insurance company
- Describe unexpected events that could cause a financial burden
- Create a commercial showing the risks associated with not having insurance
What students will do
- Review basic information about insurance.
- Brainstorm examples of unexpected events that could hurt someone’s finances without the proper insurance.
- Work with a partner or small group to create a commercial showing the risks of not having insurance.
- Perform their commercial for classmates and watch the other commercials.
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Teacher guide
Creating an insurance commercial (guide)
Student materials
Creating an insurance commercial (worksheet)
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.