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People and Places Around Us · Term 4

Understanding Needs vs. Wants

Students will distinguish between essential needs for survival and non-essential wants, and discuss how these differ across individuals and cultures.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate clearly between a 'need' and a 'want' with specific examples.
  2. Analyze how different cultures or environments might influence what is considered a need.
  3. Justify why prioritizing needs over wants is important for individuals and communities.

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9HASS2K07
Year: Year 2
Subject: HASS
Unit: People and Places Around Us
Period: Term 4

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