Why Do I Want
That So Much? – Handout # 1
GRADE 6 LESSON 3
1.
What are some potential ”Budget Busters?” __________________________
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2. What is the name of your group’s magazine or resource? (Name of newspaper,
magazine, or ad your group reviewed).
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3. Count how many ads you think are directed at kids and how many you think are
directed at adults.
Ads directed at Kids (tally below)
Ads directed at Adults (tally below)
4. Is there a difference in ads that are directed at children and those directed at adults? If
so, how?
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5. Are brand names important to you? Why or why not? ________________________
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6. List some ways you can prevent yourself from being so “caught up” in the influences of
peers, the media, and other outside influences. ______________________________
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7. What are some consequences of overspending? _____________________
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Why Do I Want
That So Much? – Handout # 1
GRADE 6 LESSON 3
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8. How might overspending today affect your future ability to manage finances and
complete your education? ________________________________
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9. Why is it important to be aware of influences that may affect your ability to save?
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10. From whom can you get advice when you are trying to decide how to spend your
money? __________________________________________________
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11. What do you think would happen if you did not save or plan for your future education?
Why? ______________________________________________
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