Grades K–2
Things We Share in Our Community
Public goods for K–2: kids check the shared places in their town (parks, libraries, sidewalks, fire stations), draw a favorite and think about how to take care of it.
Social studies worksheet · Needs and wants
Made From Nature
Natural resources for little learners: match 8 everyday goods (paper, wool, glass, milk, jeans, chocolate, honey and fries) to what they are made from.
- Grade level
- Grades K–2
- Time
- About 15 minutes
- Topic
- Needs and wants
- Answer key
- Yes, page 2 of the PDF
- Kids practice
- Needs and wants, Money and choices, Goods and services, Basic economics
What kids do
“Many things we buy start out in nature. Draw a line from each thing to where it comes from.”
Printed on the sheet:
- Draw something in your room. What is it made from?
Words on this sheet
PaperTreesWool sweaterCowsGlassSheepMilkJeansBeesCotton plantsHoneySandFrench friesCacao beans
Teacher tip
Bring in real examples, like wool or honey.
How to use it
- Bring in a few real items and sort them as a class first.
- Use play money for the money sheets.
- Use finished sheets for a quick gallery walk or a partner share.
Watch for
Money can be a sensitive topic. Keep examples pretend and never ask about family income.
Talk about it
- Is this a need or a want? How do you know?
- What did you learn that surprised you?
Take it further
Run a classroom store for a week.
US Letter, prints well in black and white. Free for home and classroom use: print as many copies as you need.
More needs and wants worksheets
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Needs and Wants Cut and Sort
Cut out 12 picture-word cards and sort them into needs and wants. Answer key included.
Grades K–2
Draw Your Needs and Wants
Kids draw and label 3 needs and 3 wants of their own, then tell which one they could live without.
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