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InspireFinancialLearning.ca is an initiative of the Ontario Teachers' Federation to provide teachers with effective tools and strategies to help their students navigate the complex world of personal finances.

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Understanding the tax deductions on your pay stub

Quick facts on tax

  • Grade Level: 8-10
  • Theme(s): Earning

Article

When and how to “cut the kids off”

5 ways to help your child begin their career on the right foot

  • Grade Level: 11-12
  • Theme(s): Planning & tracking

Article

Kids and jobs

How to help your child learn while they earn

  • Grade Level: 4-6
  • Theme(s): Earning

Lesson Plan

Tax the Rich? A Thought Experiment

Students explore opinions about taxation and distributive justice by participating in a thought experiment that involves examining two sides of the argument of taxing the rich based on
opposing readings.

  • Grade Level: 8
  • Course(s)/Subject(s):

    Language, grades 1–8 (2006)

Lesson Plan

Buskerfest

Buskerfest is a tradition celebrated in many cities across Canada. This lesson provides an opportunity for students to explore some non-traditional ways by which musical artists earn money. It also gives students a chance to explore non-traditional performance environments and audiences.

  • Grade Level: 9
  • Course(s)/Subject(s):

    AMU1O – Music
    (adaptable to other arts areas)

Lesson Plan

Two Cents – Money Wisdom

In this lesson, students assess and evaluate money advice from family members and experts in the community by conducting interviews about how different people earn, save and spend money.

  • Grade Level: 6
  • Course(s)/Subject(s):

    Language

Lesson Plan

The Money dilemma: a comic strip

What would you do if you found $10 on the ground? Students will explore a money dilemma by creating a comic strip illustrating the ethical decision.

  • Grade Level: 4-6
  • Course(s)/Subject(s):

    Language – Writing, Media Literacy
    The Arts – Visual Arts

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