Second-Hand Vs. New

Discussion Starters

Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

Some people regularly upgrade to a new home, a new vehicle, or a new wardrobe for the whole family. Others prefer to purchase items second-hand. Is there anything your students would only buy new? Students read about and discuss the pros and cons of shopping for new items vs. second-hand items.

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Focus

topic-based
4-skills
environment
consumerism
synonyms or antonyms
interpretive
productive
interactive

Vocabulary

second-hand
cheaper
value
fraction
guarantee
last (verb)
big-ticket
gently
consignment
thrift shop
garage sale
antique
A spinning paper plane
A spinning paper plane