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This 18-word word search helps early elementary students distinguish between needs and wants through vocabulary practice. Hidden words include essential items like food, water, and house alongside desires like game, phone, and tablet. Use it as a lesson introduction, a practice activity during a personal-finance unit, or a sub-plan for reviewing the concept.

Subject:
Life Skills
Topic:
Financial
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated August 2025

Word List

  • FOOD
  • WATER
  • HOUSE
  • SLEEP
  • LOVE
  • GAME
  • PHONE
  • SNACKS
  • BICYCLE
  • TOYS
  • FAMILY
  • SCHOOL
  • SAFETY
  • TABLET
  • PARTY
  • JUNK
  • SUNGLASSES
  • CLOTHS

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