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Learning about insurance

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Students play a game where they do an action to match common types of insurance with the risks they cover.

Big idea

We all face risks in life, and insurance is one way to help reduce financial costs when these challenging life events happen.

Essential questions

  • How does insurance protect people?
  • What are some types of insurance?

Objectives

  • Understand the benefits of having insurance
  • Identify the purposes of different types of insurance

What students will do

  • Learn about some common types of insurance.
  • Play a game where they match common types of insurance with the risks they cover.

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Teacher guide

cfpb_building_block_activities_learning-about-insurance_guide.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.