Return to Mathematics Index Yolanda Smith Douglass Math and
Science Academy 543 N. Waller Chicago IL 60644 Students will be
able to understand how to budget a monthly income. Students will
develop basic math techniques integrated with reading and social
Students will be able to search employment within the want ad
section of a Students will be able to understand the difference
between a necessity and a * This lesson is designed for grade
levels 6-8 Budget Sheets Short Story (optional) Newspaper
(renting and job section) Toy Cars (prices listed) Play Money
Toy Houses This lesson is designed for each child or group. Have
students decide on a occupation from a newspaper want ad. Ask
questions concerning needs and wants in their lives with the
cost. Make a list on the board of a monthly expense. Divide
yearly salary into 12 months. Children will receive a month's
salary in play money and spend it while budgeting and planning.
* Start lesson with a word problem. Nancy wants to go to summer
camp for 3 weeks. Each w