Original Promptcreate a ready to use student worksheet from the following information Course Introduction & Wants vs. Needs
Activity Title: Survival Scenario: Wants vs. Needs
Student Instructions:
Form Groups: Get into groups of 3-4 people.
Read the Scenario: Your group is on a school trip when your boat sinks miles from shore. You've washed up on a deserted tropical island. Before the boat sank, you were able to grab a waterproof "salvage crate" that contained 30 items. However, to get from the beach to a saf...
In this activity, students participate in an engaging survival challenge where they must decide which items to take with them after their boat sinks on a deserted tropical island. Working in small groups, students are tasked with selecting 15 out of 30 salvaged items to maximize their chances of survival as they navigate the challenges of the island environment. Each item must be classified as either a 'NEED' or a 'WANT', fostering discussions around prioritization, resource management, and the importance of decision-making in survival situations. Students will reflect on the most essential items, the difficulties in classifying items, and the challenges of leaving certain items behind, promoting critical thinking and group collaboration.