How to use this sheet

  • Talk through each picture with a real example from the child’s life before marking an answer.
  • Accept a different answer if the child gives a good reason, and talk about it. Needs and wants can depend on the situation.
  • Link the sheet to a real choice, such as saving part of a gift of money.

Common mistakes

  • Calling anything a need because they want it very much. A need is something we must have to live and be safe.
  • Thinking a deposit takes money out of the bank. A deposit puts money in; a withdrawal takes it out.
  • Thinking saving means never spending. Saving is keeping money now to spend on something later.

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