Lesson Plan

Wants Versus Needs Plan

Learners will distinguish between wants and needs through definitions and examples, sort real-life items, and apply this understanding in decision-making scenarios to foster financial independence.

Adults with disabilities benefit from clear strategies to prioritize essentials over extras, empowering them to make informed financial and daily-life choices.

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Prep

Prepare Materials

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Objectives

10 minutes

Step 2

Exploring Wants vs Needs

20 minutes

Step 3

Sorting Exercise

25 minutes

Step 4

Break

5 minutes

Step 5

Role-Play Real-Life Decisions

20 minutes

Step 6

Reflection and Wrap-Up

10 minutes

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Wants Versus Needs

Session Objectives

What is a Need?

What is a Want?

Wants vs Needs Decision Chart

Sorting Exercise

Break Time

Role-Play Scenarios

Reflection & Goal Setting

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Journal

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Wants Versus Needs

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