Investing Insights - 10 Lesson Plans + 1 Summative Assessment + Worksheet suggestions (High School)

Investing Insights - 10 Lesson Plans + 1 Summative Assessment + Worksheet suggestions (High School)

"Imagine you have a brilliant idea for a new invention. You're convinced it will change the world! But you need money to bring your idea to life. How do you get that money? You could ask your parents for a loan, but what if you want to own the entire company yourself?

That's where investing comes in!
Investing is essentially about putting your money to work. It's about finding opportunities where your money can grow over time. Just like planting a seed and watching it grow into a magnificent tree, investing allows your money to grow and flourish.

In this unit, we'll explore the exciting world of investing. We'll learn how businesses raise money, how stock markets work, and how to make informed investment decisions. We'll discover the importance of diversification, the power of compound interest, and the role of ethical considerations in investing.

Through engaging activities like stock market simulations, financial statement analysis, and ethical investing debates, you'll gain valuable knowledge and develop essential skills that will help you make sound financial decisions throughout your life."

This introduction aims to:
• Capture student interest: By connecting investing to a relatable scenario (a new invention) and using vivid language.
• Provide a clear overview: Briefly outlining the key topics that will be covered in the unit.
• Highlight the practical applications: Emphasizing how these lessons will equip students with valuable life skills.
• Create a sense of anticipation: Building excitement for the upcoming activities and simulations.

This introduction sets the stage for an engaging and informative learning experience in the world of investing.

Each Lesson Plan Covers: cross curriculum opportunities, materials needed, explicit teaching content, hands-on learning activity, real life application/ learning opportunities, formative assessment suggestions, differentiation options and career education.

Also included: Summative Assessment task and Worksheet suggestions. 

Lessons are suitable for students with an interest in financial markets (year 7 - 12).