Some things people want. Some things people must have are called needs. Needs must be met before wants.
Learning Objectives
Students will understand the difference between wants and needs. A want is anything that a person does not need, but would like to have. A need is anything that a person must have to live a comfortable, healthy, and safe life.
Students will know about the many needs that humans require.
Supporting Activities
Before viewing the video
Ask the following questions: What would happen if we suddenly had no more water on the earth? What if there were no more air? What if we had no more food — just televisions, computers, and toys? How do clothes help us? What if there was no place to sleep? This video is goin...
To spend or not to spend: Prepare three pictures of items the students may wish to purchase: one should cost $150 (a 13" television); one should cost $2500 (a trip to Hawaii); and one should represent an unplanned expense (a $90 automobile tire). The unplanned expense should remain hidden from the class. Tell the students that they each have...