Topics: Tax and discount

Grade:7
Assessment – 1
Assignment Requirements:
 Background information about tax and discount
 Knowledge about tax and discount
 The project should be neat, representing grade-level work.

Rubrics:

Exemplary(5 pts) Proficient(4 pts) Developing(3 pts) Beginning(2 pts)

Shows many Shows a minimum

Meets the
Exceeds the characteristics aligned number of
requirements for
requirements for this with this subject and characteristics aligned
the subject and
subject and grade grade level's standards with this subject and
grade level's
level's standards. but does not meet all grade level's standards
standards.
expectations. but is far from meeting
the expectations.
Knowledge & Use of mental All required Can define and explain The tasks may have
Understanding strategies to solve information is the type of examples but been LATE or is NOT
Shows understanding of problems involving present and can unable to simplify. as NEAT as it could
tax and discount by the components of solve problems have been
explaining and/or numbers. with ease.
demonstrating with
examples.
Problem Solving Skills High Degree Of Considerable Some Effectiveness Limited Effectiveness
demonstrates Effectiveness Effectiveness and needs more working
mathematical thinking practice
through reflecting on
and monitoring thinking
to help clarify
understanding while
investigating and
solving problems
Critical Thinking High Degree Of Considerable Some Effectiveness Limited Effectiveness
Skills Effectiveness Effectiveness and needs more working
practice
Content and delivery Demonstrate full Has somewhat Has somewhat weak Does not have any grasp
knowledge with clear purpose and purpose and subject; of information or gives
relevant subject; that that supports the topic. insufficient support.
explanations and supports the topic
elaboration.
 Task : Shopping spree Project
Create a visual representation of a shopping spree in the form of a poster or booklet. You will have AED 200 to
shop. Try to use as much of your money as possible! Coupons/vouchers will be available to help you get more for
your money! Make sure to include all of the required components below to detail your purchase!

Project Guidance:
Your final project should include:

 Pictures of all items (at least 5) purchased and their original cost

 Pictures of at least 3 coupons used (each applies to 1 item only!) and the sale price of those

items after the discount

 Total price of all items before tax

 Final price of all items after 5.75% sales tax.

 Did you stay on budget?

 Neat, creative designs to illustrate your purchase!

Note: All the students will present their work.  

Date of Submission: 8th May, 2023