📚 Topic Summary
We all have things we need to survive, like food, water, shelter, and clothing. These are essential! We also have wants, which are things we would like to have, but don't need to survive, like toys or video games. Because we can't have everything we want, we have to make choices about how we spend our money and time.
🍎 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the word with its definition:
| Word |
Definition |
| 1. Needs |
A. Things we would like to have but are not essential for survival. |
| 2. Wants |
B. The act of picking one thing over another. |
| 3. Choices |
C. Things that are essential for survival, like food and water. |
Answer Key: 1-C, 2-A, 3-B
✍️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Use the words needs, wants, and choices to fill in the blanks.
We all have __________. Food, water, and shelter are some examples. We also have __________, like toys and games. Because we can't have everything, we have to make __________.
Answer Key: needs, wants, choices
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you have $10. What would you buy and why? Would you buy something you need or something you want? Explain your answer.