Personal Finance 101
Grade 10
Elective Subject
What you’ll learn
Managing your money wisely
Budgeting
Knowing the difference
Debit vs credit
Smart choices, long-term gains
Spending and saving
Would you rather have...
or
$10 million now?
$20 million years from now?
Talk about your answer with a peer.
Budgeting
Creating a budget is key to having a healthy financial lifestyle. It helps you to:
Plan your spending
Save for the things you want
Afford the things you need
Avoid getting into debt
Build confidence with money
Total Income | |
Allowance | $30 |
Part-time job | $20 |
Total | $55 |
Budgeting
Take a look at the sample tables below. How much is left over, and where could you make changes to stay within budget?
Total Expenses | |
School Supplies | $15 |
Transportation | $15 |
Snacks | $25 |
Total | $55 |
Debit vs. credit
How are these two different?
Uses your own money from your bank account
Uses the bank’s money, which you have to pay back later
Debit
Credit
Debit vs. credit
How are these two different?
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
Debit | Avoids interest or fees when used responsibly | Requires money in your account |
| Prevents you going into debt | Offers limited protection against fraud |
Credit | Enables you to buy what you need, when you need it | Can lead to debt if not paid off on time |
| Allows payment in installments | May have high interest rates |
Quick Check
What would you do if someone gave you $1,000 today?
Would your answer change if you had to make that money last a whole week?
Spending and Saving
Saving a little each month helps you handle the unexpected, like a surprise trip to the doctor or a last-minute move.
Wondering how much to save?
The 50-30-20 rule is a good place to start:�50% for needs, 30% for wants, and 20% for savings.
Spending and Saving
Money Management Tips
Write down everything you spend, even small purchases
Set aside even small amounts from allowance, gifts, or part-time jobs.
Make a weekly or monthly plan for your money, and stick to it.
Ask, “Do I really need this? Can I afford it?”
Track your spending
Save a little, often
Create a budget
Think before you spend
1-week spending tracker challenge
Track your daily spending for 7 days
Create a chart to show your spending by category
Then answer:
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