This 5-lesson Life Skills Scheme of Work is designed to help KS2 pupils develop essential skills in budgeting, spending, and making informed choices when shopping. This practical and engaging unit links closely with mathematics and communication skills, preparing pupils for real-life situations in a meaningful and accessible way.

Throughout the unit, pupils learn how to manage money, understand the concept of a budget, and make decisions about spending wisely. They explore topics such as needs vs wants, comparing prices, and getting value for money, while applying key maths skills including addition, subtraction, and problem-solving.

The lessons also provide opportunities for pupils to develop their communication skills, through discussion, decision-making tasks, and collaborative activities based on real-life shopping scenarios. Pupils are encouraged to think critically about choices and justify their decisions.

This resource includes:

• A 5-lesson Scheme of Work
• Fully resourced lessons
• Editable PowerPoint presentations
• Practical activities based on real-life budgeting and shopping scenarios
• Opportunities to apply maths skills and communication skills
• Engaging tasks that promote decision-making and financial awareness

All resources are fully editable, allowing you to adapt the lessons to suit your class, school context, or curriculum needs.