Money: Budgeting and Financial Literacy
Introducing basic budgeting concepts and understanding the value of money.
Key Questions
- Analyze the importance of creating a budget for personal finances.
- Design a simple budget for a school event or personal goal.
- Justify the choices made when allocating funds in a budget.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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