Grade 5

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management of financial resources is needed to meet goals of individuals and families.

saving plans and budgets are a basic component in making financial decisions.

various services are provided by financial institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions).

explain how financial management is needed to meet goals of individuals and families by:<ul><li> investigating goals pertaining to money that might affect individuals and families</li><li>describing various types of expenses (e.g., food, clothing, entertainment) and savings (e.g., piggy bank, bank account, savings bonds)</li></ul>

investigate savings plans and budgets in making financial decisions by:<ul><li> developing a simple savings plan that would achieve a specific goal</li><li>explaining the purpose of a budget and define the basic components (income, expenses, savings)</li></ul>

explain credit and the effect of having fees with credit

describe how basic services (e.g., deposits, check cashing) are provided by financial institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions)

people need to work to meet basic needs.

a variety of career choices are available in planning for job/careers.

the connection between work and academics can influence one's future job/career.

individual and societal needs can impact future jobs/careers.

awareness of career opportunities and the skills needed for different careers is an important part of the career planning process.

an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is an academic and career planning tool.

self-knowledge is an important part of the career planning process.

explain that people need to work (e.g., chores, jobs, employment) to meet basic needs (e.g., food, clothing, shelter), provide self-satisfaction and enjoyment

investigate a variety of career choices available in planning for jobs/careers by:<ul><li> identifying different job opportunities in the home, school, and community (e.g., home business, flexible schedule)</li><li>recognizing that the roles of individuals at home, in the workplace, and in the community are constantly changing</li></ul>

analyze the connection between work and academics which can influence one's future job/careers by:<ul><li> explaining different jobs/careers that use what they learn in school (e.g., mathematics, reading/writing, science, social studies) impacts future jobs/careers</li><li>explaining how educational planning can impact future career opportunities</li><li>researching career choice through the use of technology</li></ul>

evaluate how individual and societal needs can impact future jobs/careers by:<ul><li> describing the impact of individual interests and abilities on career choices</li><li>identifying and describe jobs in career clusters (e.g., Arts and Humanities, Construction, Manufacturing, Science and Mathematics)</li></ul>

recognize sources of career information (e.g., Career Day, guest speaker, field trips, informal personal surveys)

identify the components of an Individual Learning Plan (ILP)

recognize how self-knowledge (e.g., interests, abilities) is helpful when selecting and preparing for a career path and that unique interests may lead to career choices

interpersonal skills are needed to be a responsible friend, family and team member.

attitudes and work habits contribute to success at home, school and work.

academics contribute to obtaining and succeeding in employment.

explain how interpersonal skills are needed to be a responsible friend, family and team member by:<ul><li> examining ways to cooperate at home, school and work</li><li>demonstrating effective group interaction strategies (e.g., communicating effectively, conflict resolution, compromise) to develop team skills</li><li>explaining the importance of working cooperatively with others by contributing ideas, suggestions and efforts to complete a task</li></ul>

describe how attitudes and work habits contribute to success at home, school and work by:<ul><li> describing study skills needed in school</li><li>explaining how attitudes and work habits transfer from the home and school to the workplace</li><li>explaining how effective communication skills (e.g., reading, writing, speaking, and listening) impact work-related situations and give examples for success at home, school and work</li><li>identifying consequences for actions when disobeying rules and routines when employed</li><li>identifying the importance of developing good work habits (e.g., attendance, work done on time, follow directions)</li></ul>

examine potential job/careers in the community

describe employability skills needed to prepare individuals for obtaining and maintaining employment

explain how success in an academic course of study could contribute to the ability to achieve and succeed in employment (e.g., Science/Medicine, Language Arts/Librarian)

technology skills can enhance learning and impact productivity at home, school and the workplace.

communication skills are used in a variety of ways at home, school and in the workplace.

evaluate how technology tools (e.g., computer programs, Internet, email, cell phones) are used in homes, schools and jobs by:<ul><li> explaining how technology provides access to information and resources at home, school and the workplace</li></ul>

demonstrate how to work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers when using technology in the classroom by:<ul><li> explaining how written communication skills are used at school and in the workplace</li></ul>