Teaching about Money (Financial Literacy) to Children - Week 9 Curriculum

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Week 9: Introduction to Banking Operations
Activities:
Lesson Plan:
Worksheets:
Book List:
Tools & Equipment:
Toys & Materials:
Teaching Learning Materials (TLMs):

Week 9: Introduction to Banking Operations

Activities:

Classroom Bank Setup: Create a simple classroom bank where students can engage in mock transactions such as depositing and withdrawing play money, learning about basic banking operations.
Discussion on Banking: Lead a discussion on the role of banks in the economy and the services they provide, including savings accounts, loans, and interest.

Lesson Plan:

Understanding Banking: Introduce students to the functions of banks, including deposit-taking, lending, and providing financial services.
Financial Literacy: Teach students about the importance of saving money, earning interest, and managing their finances responsibly.

Worksheets:

Bank Book Template: Provide a template for students to create their own bank books, where they can track deposits, withdrawals, and interest earned.

Book List:

“Rock, Brock, and the Savings Shock” by Sheila Bair: Share a story about twin brothers who learn valuable lessons about saving and interest through a series of misadventures.

Tools & Equipment:

Safe or Cash Box: Use a safe or cash box to store play money and simulate a secure environment for banking transactions.

Toys & Materials:

Bank Teller Set: Provide props and materials for a bank teller role-play station, allowing students to take on different roles within the classroom bank.

Teaching Learning Materials (TLMs):

Bank Operation Flowcharts: Display flowcharts that illustrate the process of banking operations, helping students understand the sequence of steps involved in depositing, withdrawing, and managing money.

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