Needs vs. Wants – Smart Spending Activity

by Marian Modules

Price: 250 points or $2.5 USD

Subjects: socialstudies,socialAwareness,lifeScience,financialLiteracyMonth,games

Grades: 1,2,3,4,5

Description: Teach young learners the basics of financial literacy with this fun and interactive Boom Cards deck! In “Needs vs. Wants – Smart Spending!”, students will explore the difference between essential needs (like food, clothing, and shelter) and wants (like toys and treats). Through engaging random cards with drag-and-drop activities, multiple choice questions, and real-life decision-making scenarios, kids will practice identifying smart spending choices in everyday situations. Designed for Graders, this self-checking digital activity helps build critical thinking and money awareness—all while having fun! Learning Objectives: Understand the difference between needs and wants Make simple money-related decisions Practice prioritizing needs over non-essential items 🧒 Ideal For: Financial literacy units Life skills lessons Social studies Independent learning or centers