Days, Weeks, Months, and the Calendar
Introducing basic concepts of earning, spending, and saving money through simple budgeting scenarios.
Key Questions
- What are the days of the week and the months of the year in order?
- How many days are in a week, and how many months are in a year?
- Can you use a calendar to find a date and say what day of the week it falls on?
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
Suggested Methodologies
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