What this lesson teaches
Children learn to evaluate different investment options, understanding risk versus reward. This activity engages them in decision-making, essential for personal finance in adulthood.
Financial Knowledge
Can you finish build your dream portfolio in about 30 min?
Build Your Dream Portfolio
You will children learn to evaluate different investment options, understanding risk versus reward.
Duration30 min
Age GroupAges 13–14
DifficultyIntermediate
SubjectFinance
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The learning connection
By physically arranging and discussing investments, children use embodied cognition to better grasp abstract financial concepts. Engaging in discussions about choices reinforces learning through Vygotsky's scaffolding, promoting deeper understanding.
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1. Gather pictures of various investment options (stocks, bonds, gold, savings). 2. Use a large sheet of paper to draw a portfolio chart with sections for each investment type. 3. Cut out the pictures and categorize them based on risk: low, medium, high. 4. Discuss with a family member why you chose each category. 5. Choose one investment type to research online, noting its benefits and risks. 6. Share your findings on how you would diversify your portfolio!