Needs Wants Wallets Lesson Plan
A comprehensive 60-minute lesson plan for teaching the distinction between needs and wants and basic budgeting skills to 10th-grade students. Includes prep steps, objectives, materials, and a detailed instructional sequence.
Needs Wants Wallets Slide Deck
A visual presentation for the Needs, Wants & Wallets lesson. It defines needs vs. wants, explains why budgeting matters, and sets up the hands-on budget activity with clear, bold visuals suitable for 10th-grade students.
Needs Wants Wallets Script
A detailed instructional script for the Needs, Wants & Wallets lesson. It provides teacher dialogue, slide cues, and discussion prompts to guide students through the 60-minute session.
My Budget Blueprint Worksheet
A structured activity sheet for students to practice identifying needs and wants, estimating real-world costs, and reflecting on their financial priorities.
My Budget Blueprint Answer Key
An answer key and facilitator guide for the My Budget Blueprint worksheet, providing common examples of needs and wants with estimated costs to help lead classroom discussions.