Nina was excited! Today, she was going to the grocery store with her mom. They had a special list: some things they needed and a few things they wanted.
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“Mom, why do we need to buy milk and bread?” Nina asked. “Can’t we just get cookies?” Her mom smiled. “Milk and bread are needs. They help us stay healthy and make meals! Cookies are fun, but they’re wants.”
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As they walked, Nina spotted a shiny toy car. “Look, Mom! I really want that!” Her mom replied, “That’s a want, Nina. Let’s think about our budget first. We can save for it later!”
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In the cereal aisle, Nina saw her favorite sugary cereal. “Can we buy this one?” Mom said, “It’s a want! We can choose the healthier cereal that costs less. That way, we can budget for a fun treat later!”
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At the checkout, Nina saw some cute stickers. “Mom, can we get these?” Mom said, “How about we use some of the money we saved from the cereal to buy one? It’s a treat for being responsible today!”
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As they left the store, Nina felt proud. “I learned how to decide on needs and wants! Next time, I’ll save up for that toy car!”
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Join Nina on her shopping adventure and learn how to tell the difference between what you need and what you want! Remember, smart choices today lead to fun treats tomorrow!
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