Grade 4 · Technology · Lesson 12

Use Spreadsheets for Math and Budgeting

A spreadsheet is a digital tool made up of a grid of cells arranged in rows and columns. It can store data, perform calculations automatically, and help you organize information. Spreadsheets are used in schools, businesses, and homes for tasks like budgeting, grading, and tracking information.

What this lesson teaches

1Describe what a spreadsheet is and how it is organized
2Identify rows, columns, and cells in a spreadsheet
3Write basic spreadsheet formulas using SUM, AVERAGE, and subtraction
4Apply a spreadsheet to create a simple budget

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