pt4l, life skills for teens and preteens

Your teens & preteens can learn how to do anything online, but can they think and problem solve their way through real life? Let’s see.

Give your teen or preteen this real-world situation and see how they would handle it.

This problem-solving activity helps teens practice decision-making, critical thinking, and knowing what to do when dealing with unexpected situations in adulthood.

The Shared Debt Dilemma

You’re finalizing your divorce and discover a credit card in both your names with a $4,000 balance, most of which your ex ran up on their own without telling you. The divorce agreement doesn’t specify who pays it, and the creditor can legally pursue either of you for the full amount.

What now?

Follow-Up Questions

  • What made you choose that option?
  • What could happen if you simply did nothing?
  • Would your decision change if the balance were $40,000 instead of $4,000?

Present the scenario to your teen or preteen. Get his/her response. Discuss the response. Share in the comments section.

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“Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” 

— Unknown