1. Basic Survival (Physiological)
What are two examples of basic needs humans must have to live?
Food and water
What is one thing that helps people feel safe at school?
Rules, teachers, security, or friends
What does belonging mean?
What does belonging mean?Feeling accepted and part of a group
What does self-esteem mean?
How we think and feel about ourselves
What does “self-actualization” mean?
Becoming the best version of yourself
Why is sleep important for survival?
It helps the body rest and repair
Give one example of a safety need at home.
Locked doors, safe neighborhood, parental care
Give one example of how you can show friendship.
Helping, listening, being kind, including others
Name something that can help boost self-esteem.
Achieving a goal, receiving praise, being recognized for an accomplishment
Give an example of someone reaching self-actualization.
An artist painting, an athlete training, a student achieving goals
Name one need that Maslow says must be met before safety needs.
Physiological needs
What part of a person’s life does “financial security” connect to?
Safety needs
Which level in Maslow’s hierarchy focuses on relationships and connection?
Love and Belonging
Which Maslow level is about confidence and feeling accomplished?
Esteem Needs
Why can’t someone reach self-actualization without meeting lower needs first?
They need stability and support first
Which of these is not a physiological need: air, love, or shelter?
Love
If someone doesn’t feel safe, what might they feel instead?
Fearful, anxious, or stressed
Name one reason friends are important for your emotional health.
Support, confidence, happiness
Give one example of external esteem (comes from others).
.Compliments, awards, recognition
How does being creative or curious relate to Maslow’s top level?
It shows growth and self-expression
Explain why a student who is hungry might have trouble focusing in class.
Because physiological needs must be met before higher ones like learning
Describe how feeling safe helps students achieve higher levels of Maslow’s pyramid.
It allows them to focus on belonging, esteem, and learning
How might being left out at school affect a student’s sense of belonging?
It can make them feel lonely or unmotivated, like they don't belong,
Give one example of internal esteem (comes from yourself).
Feeling proud of your work or skills
If you could do anything to “be your best self,” what would it be and why?
(Student’s personal answer)