Assets vs. Liabilities Game Card Deck

Assets vs. Liabilities Card Game – Financial Literacy Activity for Middle & High School

Description:

Make learning about money management hands-on and fun with the Assets vs. Liabilities Card Game! This interactive activity helps students practice distinguishing between assets (things you own that have value) and liabilities (things you owe).

Students take turns drawing cards with real-life financial scenarios and decide if it represents an asset or a liability. The game encourages critical thinking, sparks discussion, and builds a strong foundation in personal finance.

Perfect for:

• Middle & high school financial literacy lessons
  
• Applied math and economics classes
  
• Business or entrepreneurship programs
  
• Homeschool and after-school activities
  

What’s Included:

• 20 scenario cards (large, easy-to-read format – 2 per page)
  
• Two versions:
  • Cards with answers on the front (ideal for independent study)
  • Cards with scenarios only + separate answer key (perfect for group play)
  
• Instructions page for quick setup
  

How to Play:
Print, cut, and shuffle the cards. Students decide if the card belongs in the Assets pile or the Liabilities pile. First player to 10 correct matches wins!

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the difference between assets and liabilities
  
• Build financial vocabulary in a fun, interactive way
  
• Apply decision-making skills to real-world examples
  

Suggested Grade Levels:

• Grades 6–9 (Ages 11–15)
  
• Adaptable for upper elementary with simple definitions
  
• Also suitable for high school personal finance or economics courses
  

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