Lesson Description: The Stock Market Contest is designed to teach
students the basics of investing in the stock market. Students read two pages of basic background knowledge, choose
two companies to invest in, track and graph their stocks using the worksheets provided, and reflect upon the learning that
has taken place during the year. The project is designed to be used at the beginning, middle, and end of the school
year. Promote this fun and educational contest with your students and award prizes to the top investors.
Math Content: Percents,
Decimals, Line Graphs
Time Required: 1-2 hours
spent in class and at home throughout the year
Stock Market Project Includes:
* 2
Stock Market Basics sheets
* 1 Stock Market
Ticker Symbols sheet and 1 Answer Key
* 1 Stock Market
Company Spotlight and 1 Sample Company Spotlight
* 1 Stock Market Contest Rules sheet
* 2 Stock Picks Recording Sheets
* 2 Stock Performance Line Graphs and 1 Sample Graph
* 1 Portfolio Performance Evaluation sheet
* 3 Stock Market Teacher Tips sheets
* 1 Stock Market Cover Sheet 17 pages in all!!
Materials Needed: None
Suggested Grade Level: 5th - 8th +
Teacher
Testimonial:
The Stock Market Contest
teaches students the mechanics of stock market investing and allows them to watch, track, graph, and evaluate their investment
choices while reinforcing math concepts. Students enjoy investing in some of their favorite companies and trying
to become the "Top Stock Picker".
Enjoy
your lesson!!
