I Save for My Future: 

Learning Objectives 

Success Criteria

Discussion

Children at a very young age should understand the value of money. They should be taught not only how to save money but also

how to use time and resources wisely. Money is used to purchase and pay for almost everything. It is important to examine first the

things you are buying to know if there is really a need or it is merely a want.

What is the difference between need and want?

1. Need is something you must have in order to live.

Some of the examples are house for shelter, food to eat to be healthy, clean water, clothes to wear for protection, and education for your future.

2. Want is something that you like to possess or own even if you do not need it. 

Some of the examples are branded T-shirt or dresses, imported shoes and bags, jewelry, imported toys,

and others.It is very important that you understand the differenceb between need and want because this helps for a wise

spending decision.

Here are some tips to save on energy, electricity, and water:

A. Energy and Electricity

1. Unplug appliances when not in use.

2. Before going to sleep, check all the electrical outlets.

3. Close doors and windows if the air conditioner is on.

4. Switch off the shower after taking a bath.

5. Always keep the refrigerator closed.

6. Replace old incandescent light with energy efficient bulbs.

7. During daylight, open up the drapes and let sunlight in.

8. Iron clothes once a week.

9. Regularly clean the air conditioner filters.

B. Water

1. Close the faucet while brushing the teeth.

2. Use a small basin in washing small towels and hankies.

3. Immediately replace faucets that are dripping.

4. Close the faucet while washing the clothes.

5. In cleaning the car, use a pail of water instead of using a

hose.

Cross Curricular Link

Science : Water Conservation

Real Life Application

Evaluation

Given the following situations, what will you do to save money, energy, electricity, and water? Write your answer in the spaces

provided.

1. Linda, the laundress of the Silos family, is washing the clothes with water overflowing. I will... ____________________________________________________________________________

2. Rose is getting water from one of the drinking fountains in the school and throwing it after on the ground. I will... ____________________________________________________

3. Alice is alone playing inside her room with the air conditioner on. I will... _______________________________________________________________________________________

4. Chiqui charges her cell phone from 8:00 in the morning until 5:00 in the afternoon. I will...___________________________________________________________________________________

5. Fernan is taking a bath with the power shower on. I will... _________________________

6. Your parents are still using the old incandescent bulbs. I will...

_______________________________________________________________________________________

7. Stephanie always eats candies and shares some with her

friends. I will... ________________________________________________________________

8. Your maid is watering the plants in your garden when your elder brother grabs the hose from her and starts to play with it. I will...__________________________________________

9. Your classmate is counting her change when she accidentally dropped her 10-centavo coin. You picked it up and gave it to her but she did not accept it for she

believes that a 10-centavo coin is worth nothing. I will...

___________________________________________________________________________________

10. Laurence is asking his mother to buy him a new pair of rubber

shoes because his old pair are dirty. I will... ______________________________________