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Saving for short- and long-term goals

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After discussing the difference between short-term and long-term goals, students set their own savings SMART goals.

Big idea

Saving money can help you reach your short-term and long-term goals.  

Essential questions

  • How can saving help me reach my goals?
  • What is the difference between short-term and long-term saving goals?

Objectives

  • Learn the difference between short-term and long-term saving goals
  • Identify personal SMART saving goals (short- and long-term)

What students will do

  • Learn the difference between short-term and long-term savings goals.
  • Set their own SMART short-term and long-term savings goals. 

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Teacher guide

Saving for short- and long-term goals (guide)

Student materials

Saving for short- and long-term goals (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.

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