Needs and Wants

What do we call something we must have every day to stay safe and healthy?

• wants

• food

• needs

• toys

What do we call something that we would like to have but can live without?

• needs

• clothing

• bikes

• wants

Is food a need or a want?

Are video games a need or a want?

Is shelter a need or a want?

Is clothing a need or a want?

Is candy a need or a want?

Is water a need or a want?

Is a basketball a need or a want?

True or false: The United States is like a large community that buys and sells resources and products all around the country and world.

• true

• false