Parent Guide > Financial Literacy
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "Financial Literacy" by Jessica McBirney.
In the informational text "Financial Literacy," Jessica McBirney explores the various choices a person can make with their money.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Education & Knowledge and Power & Greed as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"Does money buy happiness?" and "What is the goal of education?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "Financial Literacy" about?
- What did you learn about Education & Knowledge?
- What did you learn about Power & Greed?
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