Objective: At the end of this lesson, students will be able to understand the basics of investing in stocks, the steps to take to begin investing, and how to choose their first stocks.

Introduction: Investing in stocks can be a great way to plan for the future and make more money over time. It is important to understand the basics of investing and what stocks to invest in before getting started.

Activity/Discussion: 1. Explain what a stock is and the basics of buying and selling stocks. 2. Discuss the pros and cons of investing in stocks such as potential return on investments, and potential losses. 3. Explain the different types of stocks, such as blue-chip stocks, growth stocks, and speculative stocks. 4. Explain the tools needed to invest in stocks, such as a brokerage account. 5. Explain the different types of research to conduct before investing in stocks. a. Analyzing the company b. Reviewing the company’s financial history 6. Explain the process of selecting a stock: a. Identify the sector the stock belongs to b. Review the sector’s performance, such as buying or selling activity c. Analyze the stock’s past performance over a period of time d. Identify the stock’s current price and potential risk 7. Explain different methods for investing in stocks such as buying individual stocks, index funds, and ETFs.

Conclusion: Investing in stocks can be an excellent way to create wealth and plan for the future. It is important to understand the basics of investing before getting started and do your research to find the best stocks for your investment portfolio.