Needs vs Wants
This is something you must have to live safely and stay healthy.
What is a need?
This tool helps you remember appointments and deadlines.
What is a calendar?
Before crossing the street, you should always do this.
What is look both ways?
This is a safe place where people keep their money.
What is a bank?
A stranger sends you a friend request.
What is don't automatically accept it?
Buying new shoes because yours have holes in them is an example of this.
What is a need?
Writing down everything you need to do is called making one of these.
What is a to-do list?
This number should only be called for true emergencies.
What is 911?
This card lets you spend money that is already in your bank account.
What is a debit card?
Someone asks for your password.
What is never share it?
Buying concert tickets even though you already have everything you need is an example of this.
What is a want?
Doing homework before playing video games is an example of this.
What is prioritizing?
If a stranger online asks for your address, you should do this.
What is not share it and tell a trusted adult?
This is where many people have their paycheck deposited automatically.
What is a checking account?
You receive a message saying you won a free iPhone but must pay a $50 shipping fee.
What is it's probably a scam?
Name TWO things every person needs but may not always want to spend money on.
What are examples like food, water, housing, medicine, electricity, transportation, or clothing?
One good habit that helps you arrive at school or work on time is this.
What is setting an alarm, leaving early, or preparing the night before?
If you smell smoke in your home, your first priority is this.
What is get to safety and alert an adult or call for help if needed?
This account is designed to help your money grow over time instead of being spent every day.
What is a savings account?
A website asks for your Social Security number to enter a giveaway.
What is don't provide it?
You have $50. You need groceries, but you also want a new hoodie that's on sale. The smarter financial choice is this.
What is buying the groceries first because needs come before wants?
You have homework, basketball practice, and chores tonight. What's the smartest way to make sure everything gets done?
What is making a plan and completing responsibilities before free time?
You're home alone and the power suddenly goes out during a storm. Name TWO smart things to do.
What are stay calm, use a flashlight instead of candles, call a trusted adult, avoid opening the refrigerator, or follow emergency instructions?
You notice a purchase on your bank account that you didn't make. What's the first thing you should do?
What is contact your bank and report the charge immediately?
Someone online offers to double your money if you Cash App them first.
What is don't send the money because it's almost certainly a scam?