Grade 2 · Social Studies · Lesson 20

Needs and Wants

If you were stranded on a desert island, what would you truly have to have? Food, water, shelter, clothing — those are needs. A video game? A candy bar? Those are wants. Knowing the difference helps us make smart choices with money!

What this lesson teaches

1Explain the difference between a need (something required to survive) and a want (something desired but not required)
2Sort real-world examples correctly

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