In this personal finance lesson, students will make informed choices when choosing and using credit cards.

This lesson is part of Financial Fitness for Life 9-12, 3rd Edition and provides the slides and activities with educational technology tools. For full access to the book, shop the teacher guide and student workbook below.

Using credit cards has become a widely accepted practice throughout our economy; however, they are also the source of financial distress for people who overuse or abuse them. This lesson is designed to help students make informed choices when choosing and using credit cards. It explains the key concepts associated with credit cards as well as the basic components of a credit card statement.

Lesson 15 Slides

Kahoot! – comparing credit cards

Mint Simulation – Evaluating Credit Card Offers