Create a five to ten-minute instructional manual on video cassette, “How to create a spending plan that works for you and your family.” Among the topics you should address in your instructional manual are 1) families and the need for a spending plan 2) the budgeting process; 3) create a sample spending plan; and 4) budgeting tips.

T o prepare for your project, you’ll need to access the four tutorials and “More Information About Spending Plans” below. Follow the directions that come with the tutorials. After completing this preparation, you’ll be ready to put together your instructional manual.

Tutorials:

• Families and the Need for a Spending Plan 9
• The Budgeting Process 10
• Create a Sample Spending Plan 11
• Budgeting Tips 12