Responsible Checking Project

Over the course of this unit on checking, you have learned the purpose of checking accounts,
how to write checks, how to use a debit card, and how to use these tools responsibly. Now, you
will create a pamphlet demonstrating what youve learned.
Each page needs the following information:
1. Cover Page

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7.

1. Title
2. Your Name
3. Block #
Vocabulary
1. Checking Account
2. Deposit
3. Withdrawal
4. Check
5. Checkbook
6. Check Register
7. Debit Card
8. ATM
9. PIN
Purpose of Checking Accounts
1. Answer: Why do people have checking accounts?
2. Answer: What are 2 ways to make payments with checking accounts?
Checks
1. Explain why a check could be used
2. Include a picture of a completed check
Depositing a Check
1. Write how to deposit a check sign the back, fill out a deposit slip at the bank, etc.
Debit Cards
1. Explain what a debit card is used for
2. Include a picture of a debit card
Debit Card Tips
1. Write at least 2 tips for people to responsibly use their debit cards or how to use an
ATM

Each page is worth 10 points [10 points x 7 pages = 70 points]

10 Points can be earned in the last 2 categories as well:

Mechanics correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, & word usage

21st Century Skills completed on time; appropriate use of class time; neat & creative
overall appearance
TOTAL = 100 POINTS