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