Needs vs. wants

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Knowing what's a Need vs. Want help you and your child decide how to prioritize purchases.

Need: For survival

Want: Nice to have

Activity (10 mins): Call out Need vs Want

  • Call out an item to your child (drinking water, chocolate, bed, TV, etc.)

  • Ask them to name if it is a Need or Want?

  • You can also do it in the supermarket or online shops

  • Chart it out!

  • Challenge Question:

    • What happens to you when you have or don't have that "item"?

    • How do you feel when you have or don't have that "item"?

    • Which item is the most important / most need? (Force ranking them)

  • Further Challenges: See resources below for more ideas!

Resources

Talking to Kids About Wants vs. Needs https://www.verywellfamily.com/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-wants-versus-needs-4150278

Rights, Wants & Needs https://www.unicef.ca/sites/default/files/legacy/imce_uploads/rights_wants_and_needs.pdf