Needs vs Wants — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. Fresh food is a need we eat every day.
Food gives our bodies what they need to grow, so it is a need.
2. A game is fun to play with but not a need.
Games are wants because we can live healthy lives without them.
3. A warm shirt keeps our bodies warm.
Warm clothing is a need to keep our body temperature safe.
4. We sleep in a bed when night comes.
Rest is a need, and beds give us a safe place to sleep.
5. A piece of candy tastes sweet but is a want.
Candy is a want because our bodies do not need any sugar treats.
6. We drink clean water to stay alive.
Water is the most important need our bodies must have daily.
7. A new toy truck is a want, not a need.
Toy trucks are wants because life works fine without them too.
8. A home has walls and a roof to keep us safe.
Homes give shelter, one of the most important needs of all.
9. Clean shoes help us walk outside without hurting feet.
Shoes protect our feet, so they are a need for being safe.
Part B: Matching
Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.
1. Match each item to its correct answer.
Need: eat
→ Apple from tree
Apple from tree
Need: stay warm
→ Cozy winter coat
Cozy winter coat
Want: play
→ Brand new puzzle
Brand new puzzle
Want: dessert
→ Slice of cake
Slice of cake
Needs are things our bodies must have, while wants are extras.