
Vacation Budgeting
Objective
Students will demonstrate their financial literacy skills as they plan a vacation budget. Given a selection of options to choose from, students will calculate totals of the vacation packages they create. Students will use critical thinking skills to make decisions about what they can afford while planning their vacation.
Directions for this Extension Activity:
In this activity, students will use budgeting skills to plan a summer vacation. Students will review vacation options and select components to fit the constraints of their scenario budget. Students will think critically as they make decisions about what they can afford. Students will be encouraged to practice their communication skills by sharing what they chose for their vacation details
Duration: 25 minutes* [will vary based on students' level of need]
Digitability Curriculum Concepts: Financial Literacy, Functional Academics
Incorporating Bankability:
Throughout this activity, students can earn dollars for staying on task, filling out their “Digitability Vacation Budgeting” Activity form, presenting to the class, and helping their peers during the activity. This encourages participation, positive behavior, and peer support. Current Bankability users can integrate these earnings into their classroom economy. No Bankability account? Use the templates provided and click here to learn more about bringing Bankability to your program.
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