Sharing a story about borrowing
Students read a story about Money Monsters who are learning to be good borrowers.
Big idea
When we borrow something, it’s important that we take care of it and return it on time.
Essential questions
- What behaviors do good borrowers have?
- Why is trust important when you borrow or lend something?
Objectives
- Identify things that responsible borrowers do
- Understand the importance of being a responsible borrower
What students will do
- Discuss the behaviors of a responsible borrower.
- Read a story about a Money Monster character who learns what it means to be responsible with things he borrows. (You will need a book reader app to open ePub files).
- Answer questions about the story.
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Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_sharing-story-about-borrowing_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_sharing-story-about-borrowing_worksheet.pdf
cfpb_building_block_activities_money-monsters-learn-become-good-borrowers_story.pdf
cfpb_building_block_activities_money-monsters-learn-become-good-borrowers_story.epub
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.