π Topic Summary
Needs are things we must have to survive, like food, water, shelter, and clothing. Wants are things we would like to have, but we can live without, like toys or video games. Community helpers are people who provide important services in our community, such as doctors, firefighters, and teachers. They help us stay safe, healthy, and educated! ποΈ
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match the words with their definitions:
| Word |
Definition |
| 1. Need |
A. Something we would like to have but don't need to survive. |
| 2. Want |
B. Someone who helps keep our community safe by putting out fires. |
| 3. Community Helper |
C. Something we must have to survive. |
| 4. Doctor |
D. A person who helps us when we are sick or hurt. |
| 5. Firefighter |
E. A person who helps others in the community. |
Answers: 1-C, 2-A, 3-E, 4-D, 5-B
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the missing words in the paragraph below:
A ________ is something we must have to survive, like ________ and ________. A ________ is something we would like to have, like a new ________. A ________ ________ is someone who helps the community, like a ________ or a ________.
Answers: need, food, water, want, toy, community helper, teacher, police officer
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
Think about your community. Name two community helpers and explain how they help you and others. Give one example of a need and one example of a want that you have.