+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Just Sign Here: Bottom-Line Personal Finance Myths

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore budgeting myths. In this personal finance lesson, students complete a series of activities that help them recognize the pros and cons of credit. Students also discover the process for obtaining loans. This lesson...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

'Free' Credit Reports Sometimes Aren't Free

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of credit. In this credit instructional activity, students read an article about 'free' credit reports. Students research the three on-line credit bureaus. Students discuss ways to obtain good credit and ways...
+
Article
Federal Trade Commission

Federal Trade Commission: Credit and Your Consumer Rights

For Students 9th - 10th
Advice for students about how to correct errors in bills or their credit reports, and how to manage debt payments.
+
Unit Plan
Practical Money Skills

Visa: Practical Money Skills: Credit

For Students 9th - 10th
Though credit cards allow you to purchase items instantly, it's important to use your cards as carefully as you would handle your cash. Before getting a credit card, define your financial lifestyle and search for a card that fits with...
+
Article
Federal Trade Commission

Federal Trade Commission: Credit Scores

For Students 9th - 10th
Explanation of credit scores, including what credit scores are, how they are created, how they are used, and how consumers can improve them.
+
Article
Federal Trade Commission

Federal Trade Commission: Consumer: Avoiding Identity Theft

For Students 9th - 10th
Tips for avoiding the serious crime of identity theft. Learn how your identity can be stolen and how to protect yourself.