Needs and wants worksheets
Draw, sort and discuss needs and wants. These activities work best with conversation about individual circumstances, including food, clothing and transport.
5 activities · Kindergarten to Grade 2

Tick the wants
Discuss basic needs and preferences without judging anyone’s possessions or food. Accept explained answers based on individual circumstances.
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Colour the needs and wants
Discuss basic needs and preferences without judging anyone’s possessions or food. Accept explained answers based on individual circumstances. Use N and W marks if colour coding is not accessible.
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Draw needs and wants
Draw and describe needs and wants. Personal circumstances may lead to different answers.
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Need or want?
Discuss basic needs and preferences without judging anyone’s possessions or food. Accept explained answers based on individual circumstances.
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Sort needs and wants
Print both pages and sort the eight pictures. Discuss how transport, clothing and other needs depend on circumstances.
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