A Closer Look at Careers
When is a job more than a job? The Biz Kid$ look at what it takes to find your true calling. You’ll learn ways to start exploring careers. The kids talk to Nike's top shoe designer, and The Reptile...
Lesson 125
Understanding Your Paycheck
Students receive a sample earnings statement and break down the different categories of information. Students then break into groups of four and play the 'Paycheck Mystery Word Game'.
What Students Learn
- Why there are deductions on your paycheck
- What the deductions are for
- What’s the purpose of taxes
Suggested Time
- Preview and Episode Viewing: 45 minutes
- Activity 1: 15 minutes
- Activity 2: 20 minutes
Lessons in Careers
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Understanding Your Paycheck
What’s on your stub, bub? The Biz Kid$ use a modern American pay stub to explain all the deductions on your paycheck. From social security to workman’s compensation to the 401(k) plans of...
210
Secrets To Success
The secret is actually simple – it’s all about staying in school and building the best toolbox for your future that you can. Learn about the many ways to pay for your education and the importance...
212
Hidden Careers
You don’t have to be perfect at your passion to build a career in it. If you love something, but don’t have the skills to be the top star, there are many different roles you can play behind the...
509
It’s a Job Getting a Job!
It’s a job getting a job and Biz Kid$ is here to help. Learn tips and tricks for writing a great resume, dressing for success, and nailing the interview. Get the inside scoop on what employers look...
602
College Bound
The average college student will graduate with over $35,000 in debt, and some with thousands more. Faced with such a heavy burden some kids are opting not to go to college. This episode looks at...
604
Money Really Does Grow On Trees
Opportunities to make money are all around you. From products to services, offline to online, and the basics to the bizarre -- this episode explores ways to bring in the bucks if you're too young to...
