Taxes - Interactive Activities Bundle
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ActiveLearningLabs
Lessons in this Bundle (5)
Students will classify a list of government programs and their 2023 expenditures into six categories: Education, Transportation, Health Insurance Program, Public Assistance, Defense, and Health. They will then calculate the total spending for each category and the overall total to understand the significance of government spending funded by taxes.
In this worksheet, students will calculate the total tax to be paid by different individuals based on their taxable income using progressive tax brackets. They will determine the effective tax rate for each individual, understanding that lower-income individuals pay a lower percentage of their income in taxes.
Students will learn about different tax rates for various filing statuses and the concept of standard deductions. They will calculate the standard deduction, taxable income, and tax to be paid for four individuals with different filing statuses, jobs, total incomes, and eligible deductions
Students will analyze a sample pay stub to understand its various components, focusing on the different taxes paid by an employee. They will learn how taxes are automatically deducted from their salary and reflected in the pay stub.
Description
This bundle of five comprehensive worksheets is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of various aspects of taxes. Each worksheet covers a different topic related to taxes, engaging students through practical activities and real-world scenarios. By working through these worksheets, students will develop a solid foundation in tax literacy and gain the skills needed to navigate tax-related matters effectively.
