Iowa
8th Grade
State Standards
Look below to see how Banzai's courses, worksheets, activities, and games align with the Social Studies Standards for 8th Grade. Note, any one activity listed will satisfy the associated competency.
Financial Literacy
Analyze Credit and Debt Levels
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*Any of the activities below will satisfy the competency
SS.8.27: Calculate the cost of borrowing money for different types of goods. (21st century skills)
Create a Saving and Spending Plan
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*Any of the activities below will satisfy the competency
SS.8.26: Discuss the components of a personal spending plan, including income, planned saving, and expenses. (21st century skills)
Evaluate Savings and Long Term Investments
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*Any of the activities below will satisfy the competency
SS.8.28: Explain how investing may build wealth and help meet financial goals. (21st century skills)
Measure Risk Management Tools
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*Any of the activities below will satisfy the competency
SS.8.29: Identify ways insurance may minimize personal financial risk. (21st century skills)