Previous Next
[en] Book and guide covers
[en] Learning objectives
[en] Book and guide covers
[en] Learning objectives

Tough Choices - Book and Guide Duo

$30.00
by Apprentissage Illimité

Save, spend or share? Making smart money choices isn't always easy!

Tough Choices introduces young readers ages 9–12 (Grades 4–6) to saving, spending, giving and financial decision-making.

Lisa wants to donate her earnings, Théo dreams of a new video game, and Samuel is saving for a computer. Three friends, three different priorities—and some tough choices!

Through this relatable story, children explore balancing wants and goals, setting priorities and managing money responsibly.

Because smart choices today create more possibilities tomorrow!

  • What's Included in the Duo

    • One storybook and one teacher's guide
    • Audio version included with QR code
    • Story summary and teaching strategies
    • Detailed lesson plans (before, during, and after reading)
    • Ready-to-photocopy handouts with answer keys
    • Multiple activity variations for differentiated learning
    • Discussion questions and vocabulary lists
    • Cross-curricular activity suggestions

  • Key Topics Covered

    • Spending, Saving and Sharing
    • Making Responsible Financial Decisions
    • Setting Financial Goals and Priorities
    • Understanding the Importance of Saving Money
    • Charitable Giving and Social Responsibility
    • Finding a Balance Between Personal Wants and Helping Others

  • Resource Details

    • Grade Level: Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-12)
    • Curriculum Alignment: Ontario Mathematics Curriculum & Financial Literacy Expectations and Alberta Financial Literacy Curriculum
    • Subject Areas: Financial Literacy, Mathematics, Literacy, Social Studies, Citizenship
    • Teaching Time: 8-10+ hours of curriculum-aligned activities
    • Format: 30-page comprehensive teacher's guide
    • Photocopiable: Yes - student handouts with answer keys
    • Language: English (French version also available)

  • Teaching Tips

    • Use as a complete unit or select specific activities
    • Perfect for literacy and math centers
    • Ideal for small group or whole class instruction
    • Works well for differentiated learning
    • Multiple versions of math handouts (whole numbers, decimals, order of operations)
    • Can extend with creative writing projects
    • Audio version support available for diverse learners

  • Perfect For

    • Elementary teachers (Grades 4-6)
    • Financial literacy instruction
    • Cross-curricular units
    • Math workshops and centers
    • Literacy development
    • Differentiated instruction

ISBNs:
Book 978-1-77222-852-6
Guide 978-1-77222-864-9