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Do I need it or want it?

At a glance

Approximate time: 40-60 mins

Stages: S1 and above

Activity outcomes: 

  • understand needs and wants
  • understand and reflect on one's own needs and wants, and simple strategies in prioritising needs

Curriculum Links

English

  • ENe-4A demonstrates developing skills and strategies to read, view and comprehend short, predictable texts on familiar topics in different media and technologies
  • PDe-6 explores contextual factors that influence an individual's health, safety, wellbeing and participation in physical activity

General capabilities — Work and enterprise

  • This challenge brings opportunities for students to develop values and attitudes about work. The activities expand students' understanding of value, costs, financial planning and savings.

Differentiation

Support

  • Role play a shopping trip. Discuss what you need to prepare and plan for, e.g. looking at what stock you have and what budget you have.
  • Create a shopping list together. Discuss the thinking behind the decisions that need to be made together, what is a priority and what is a want.

Extension

  • Discuss needs and wants at home or at school. Does everyone agree? Discuss the thinking behind the decisions.