Synopsis
The lessons in this workbook help students - especially youth who are transitioning to real-life/independent living - develop literacy levels, lifeskills and the multi-dimensional competencies they need to think and act independently. Suitable for use as part of life skills program. The workbook contains 16 two-page lessons that are divided into 4 units. Topics covered include:
Controlling Your Spending: Developing thrifty habits, balancing needs and wants, keeping financial records, common financial mistakes
Banking Basics: Choosing a bank, checking accounts and registers, monthly bank statements, savings accounts
Buy Now, Pay Later: Dangers of debt, using credit cards, borrowing money, installment purchases
Improving Your Budgeting Skills: A balanced budget, keeping a personal expense record, typical budget adjustments, handling unexpected expenses
A companion handbook - sold separately - is also available, and can be used together with the workbook or separately. The full-colour student handbook contains reading passages that contain practical content on the topic with visual appeal; it reads more like a magazine than a textbook.
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