Real World Math Project provides a fun way for Middle School students to discover what it is like to have a job, pay taxes, have a a mortgage, a car loan, go grocery shopping and set up a budget! Just like in real life!

The great thing about this project is that all of these things have been simplified to a middle school level, making this project educational and enjoyable for students.

Students will start the project by picking a career. Next, students will read about taxes and calculate their monthly income after taxes. Students will use their monthly income to decide which house and car they can afford. Then, students will go food shopping to estimate the cost of groceries for one month. Last, students will create a budget of their monthly expenses.

No Prep! Just send this assignments to your students and they can get started right away. The Slide is editable so students can type in their answers and share it back to you once complete.

I have used this project with my students for several years and they love it! I am excited to share this with you!

If you would prefer the printable version, you can find it here.