SearchA video showing that 1st grade students know the difference between needs and wants, filmed by one of the students.
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Economic Concepts
Students will examine and analyze economic concepts such as basic needs versus wants, using versus saving money, and policy-making versus decision-making.
Activities
Classroom and home activities teaching the difference between needs and wants.
Wants and Needs Cards (PDF)
20 illustrated cards show aspects of life that pupils have to decide is either a ‘want’ or a ‘need,’ which leads to recognition that ‘needs’ are also ‘rights.’
