The Badge Archive

• Fulfills Step 2 of GSUSA Budget Builder badge requirements.

Items Needed:

• 10–15 index cards
• Pencil or marker
• Space to move around (chairs optional)
• Optional: Brownie Budget Builder Wants of Needs? by GSUSA

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Instructions (Recommended Time: 30–40 minutes):

1. Prepare the Cards (5–10 minutes)
   • Scouts write or draw one item on each index card. Use a mix of wants and needs.
     Examples: apple, teddy bear, shoes, video game, toothpaste, jacket, toy car, backpack, candy, sandwich.
   • Only one set of cards is needed for the whole group.
2. Set the Movement Rules (2–3 minutes)
   • Choose two simple movements to show what the scout thinks:
     • Stand up for a “Need”
     • Sit down for a “Want” (Or use thumbs up/down or hop/spin—any movement that works!)
3. Play the Game (15–20 minutes)
   • Read one card aloud at a time. Scouts respond by doing the movement they chose for want or need. Remind them:
     • There’s no single “right” answer
     • Everyone should make their own choice
4. Reflect Together (5–7 minutes)
   • After several rounds, ask:
     • Did anyone choose differently?
     • Was it hard to decide on any item?
     • Are some things both a want and a need?