Creating a song about saving

Updated Aug 11, 2022

Students write and sing a song about saving money.

Big idea

Saving money can help us reach our goals.

Essential questions

What kinds of things do people save money for?
What are some easy ways I can remember to save money?

Objectives

Understand how saving money can be a good habit
Consider ways to remember to save money

What students will do

Discuss the importance of saving money.
Write and sing a song about saving.

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Teacher guide

cfpb_building_block_activities_creating-song-about-saving_guide.pdf

Student materials

cfpb_building_block_activities_creating-song-about-saving_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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Key information for this activity

Building block

(What are the building blocks?)

Executive function

Topic

Save and invest (Choosing how to save, Saving for long-term goals, Saving for short-term goals)

School subject

English or language arts, Fine arts and performing arts

Audience

Grade level: Elementary school (2-3), Elementary school (4-5)

Age range: 7-9, 9-11

Student characteristics: Special education, Low income

Activity characteristics

Activity type: Small group

Teaching strategy: Cooperative learning, Project-based learning

Bloom’s Taxonomy level: Understand, Apply, Create

Activity duration: 45-60 minutes

National standards

(What are the national standards? )

Standards: III. Saving

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