In my math classes, right now, we are working on a project called "Almost Real World." This gives each student a scenario with a job, family and salary. They need to figure out their finances and create a budget, etc. Yesterday's lesson involved them receiving their salaries and figuring out how much they net after taxes. Here are some of the comments I heard as I circulated the room.
"You're lucky! You don't have 3 kids to support!"
"My husband makes no money. I am making him get a job."
"Dude! I make $1,345 per month! YES!"
"We are going to have to eat mac and cheese every night."
"Uncle Sam is taking all my money!"
I love it!
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