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This Income Taxes lesson plan also includes:
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Most adults dread April 15 — tax day! Tax preparation can be intimidating even for adults. Build confidence by leading individuals through the process and then give them a scenario to practice. The exercise uses tax vocabulary to give pupils practice using the language. This is the fourth installment of an 11-part series.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have individuals complete a tax form using their own data or the sample data provided
- Require high schoolers to complete the tax form and make calculations by hand to encourage understanding of the process
- Could be used in a consumer math class or as a high school algebra project
Classroom Considerations
- Tax language can be complex; allow for time to practice vocabulary
- The fourth installment of an 11-part series
Pros
- All handouts, keys, rubric, and a teacher guide are included
- Guided practice precedes independent practice
Cons
- Tax forms change yearly; edits will be necessary as changes occur