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Protecting your Social Security number

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Students read about the importance of protecting their Social Security number and decide if statements about Social Security numbers are true or false.

Big idea

It’s important to keep your Social Security number safe. 

Essential questions

  • What is a Social Security number?
  • Why is it important to keep your Social Security number safe?

Objectives

  • Explain the purpose of Social Security numbers
  • Learn how to keep your Social Security number safe

What students will do

  • Review information about Social Security numbers.
  • Listen to statements about Social Security numbers and decide whether they’re true or false. 

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Teacher guide

cfpb_building_block_activities_protecting-your-social-security-number_guide.pdf

Student materials

cfpb_building_block_activities_keeping-social-security-numbers-safe_handout.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.