That sounds like a fun program. I’ll bet the students do enjoy it.
The workbook my son used last year was middle school-level, but it had the same types of exercises, such as filling out applications for a job and an apartment, opening a bank account, managing a budget, etc. He loved it, but it wasn’t as extensive as the project you described.
Well...I’m a big talker...and I used to use a book.....
This group is not known for their proficient pencil and paper skills...so I try to play to their strength..(computer skills)...
It also gives me TONS of leverage because if they goof off..or don’t get their work done...I threaten them with workbooks....
LOL!
As far as the other subjects...we practice simple Algebra and Geometry...
I NEVER call them by name until after we learn the concept...
We practice buying carpet for our houses and sod for our baseball fields.....
For them, it’s EXACTLY as you say. It has to be “real life” or they’re gone...