Chapter 17.1
Discover What You Need to Live and Stay Healthy Every Day
You will learn about the important things your body needs like food, water, shelter, and clothing to grow strong and healthy.
What You'll Learn
You learn about food, water, shelter, and clothing needs.
You discover why your body needs these important things.
You practice telling the difference between needs and wants.
You understand how families work to get basic needs.
What You'll Practice
1
You identify what people need to stay healthy and safe.
2
You choose between needs and wants in different situations.
3
You explain why basic needs are important for everyone.
Why This Matters
Understanding basic needs helps you make smart choices and appreciate how your family works hard to keep you healthy and safe.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Basic Needs
Healthy Living
Needs Wants
Family Choices
Body Care
NC Curriculum Aligned
