Kentucky
4th-5th Grades
State Standards
Career Studies
Essential Skills
ADAPTABILITY
ES.I.1Identify ways to approach and/or solve a problem.
ES.I.2Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to try new things (e.g., critical thinking, problem solving).
COMMUNICATION
ES.I.14Engage effectively in a range of developmentally appropriate collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups and teacher led).
ES.I.14.aFollow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g. practice active listening and taking turns speaking).
ES.I.14.bSpeak clearly at an understandable pace using appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details and complete sentences when appropriate.
ES.I.14.cPose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of others.
ES.I.14.dUse the reasons and evidence a speaker provides to refine ideas when responding to others' ideas.
ES.I.14.eAdapt speech, using both verbal and nonverbal skills, to a variety of situations using formal English when appropriate.
ES.I.15Recognize that differences exist in individuals, families, communities, cultures and varying points of view.
ES.I.16Identify appropriate strategies to resolve conflicts with guidance.
DILIGENCE
ES.I.3Demonstrate resilience and perseverance by showing willingness to complete a task.
ES.I.4Create and prioritize short-term goals.
DRUG-FREE
ES.I.13Describe the risk associated with the inappropriate use of household products, medications and alcohol.
INITIATIVE
ES.I.5Practice on-task behaviors with minimal direction.
ES.I.6Use failure as a learning opportunity.
ES.I.7Practice personal responsibility.
KNOWLEDGE
ES.I.8Follow classroom procedures, activities, and behavior in various settings.
ES.I.9Apply reading, writing and mathematics skills to authentic, real-world tasks.
RELIABILITY
ES.I.10Complete tasks on time.
ES.I.11Practice ethical behavior (e.g., honesty, trust, compassion, acceptance) in various situations with minimal guidance.
ES.I.12Exhibit self-control with minimal guidance.
Careers
APPLICATION
C.I.8Identify and follow agreed-upon collaborative skills (e.g., attendance, respect, preparedness, quality of work, time-management) that are necessary for both the classroom and workplace.
EXPLORATION
C.I.1Explain why people need to work (e.g., earn money, contribute to society, develop identity as a worker, enhance self-esteem to meet basic needs (food, clothing, shelter) and for personal satisfaction and enjoyment).
C.I.2Describe jobs done by employees and other individuals in the community, state and world.
C.I.3Identify and describe jobs within the 16 KY Career Clusters (e.g., Information Technology, Manufacturing, Health Science and Transportation, Distribution and Logistics).
C.I.4Describe the impact of individual interests, values and abilities on career choices.
PREPARATION
C.I.5Explain how academic content learned in school (e.g., mathematics, reading/writing, science, social studies) impacts future jobs/careers.
C.I.6Use various sources of career information (e.g., Career Day, guest speaker, field trips, virtual field trips, career fairs, career websites) to evaluate jobs/careers that reflect individual interests/needs.
C.I.7Learn, understand and apply responsible digital citizenship practices (e.g., privacy, communication, safe web exploration, online searching).
Financial Literacy
CAREERS, EDUCATION & INCOME
FL.I.1Compare the financial impacts of a career choice (e.g., financial goals, desired lifestyles, values).
FL.I.2Identify ways people earn income (e.g., wages, salaries, tips).
CREDIT & DEBT
FL.I.3Explain how credit is used a basic financial tool.
FL.I.4Explain how borrowing money (credit) is more expensive than paying cash (e.g., interest, fees).
DECISION MAKING & MONEY MANAGEMENT
FL.I.5Identify factors and experiences, such as role models and peer pressure, which affect spending patterns.
FL.I.6Develop a basic budget which includes income, expenses and savings for a specific purpose.
FL.I.7Explain how financial management is needed to meet the goals of individuals and families by:
FL.I.7.adescribing various types of expenses (e.g., food, clothing, entertainment) and savings (e.g., piggy bank, bank account).
FL.I.7.binvestigating goals related to money that might affect individuals and families and their values.
INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT
FL.I.14Identify the purpose of insurance and give examples of financial risks that are covered by insurance.
FL.I.15List types of personal information that should not be disclosed to others in person or online.
MONEY & THE ECONOMY
FL.I.10Compare different payment methods (e.g., writing a check, using a debit or credit card, paying online or with a mobile device).
FL.I.12Describe various services (e.g., deposits, check cashing) provided by financial institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions).
FL.I.13Explain that people are required to pay taxes for which they receive government services.
SAVING & INVESTING
FL.I.8Explain how investing puts money to work to earn more money for the future.
FL.I.9Describe reasons (i.e., financial goals) people invest for the future.