{"product_id":"activity-sheet-needs-vs-wants","title":"Activity Sheet: Needs vs Wants","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the most important money lessons a young child can learn is the difference between a need and a want, and this activity makes it fun!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003eChildren cut out the six picture cards at the bottom of the page, then sort them into the correct box: NEEDS (things we must have to live) or WANTS (things we would like but do not need). It is a hands-on, scissors-and-glue activity that builds critical thinking and early financial decision-making skills.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003ePerfect for ages 3 to 8. Younger children can sort with a parent's guidance, while older children can work independently and explain their reasoning.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use this activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003ePrint the sheet at home on standard 8.5 x 11 paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eHelp your child cut out the six picture cards along the dashed lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eAsk: \"Does this belong in NEEDS or WANTS?\" and let them decide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eGlue or tape each card into the correct box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eTalk about why each item is a need or a want — there is no wrong conversation!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat your child will learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eThe difference between needs (food, water, shelter, clothing) and wants (toys, games, extras)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eHow to make thoughtful spending decisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eThat money choices start with asking one simple question: \"Do I need this or do I want this?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003eThis activity sheet is a great companion for all of our financial literacy books and is perfect for bringing the lessons to life at home.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ByMyha LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52720942874903,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/3545\/1671\/files\/NeedsvsWantsActivitySheet.png?v=1775877210","url":"https:\/\/www.bymyhale.com\/products\/activity-sheet-needs-vs-wants","provider":"By Myha Le","version":"1.0","type":"link"}