- Counting the number of items on their plate
- Dividing food into equal portions for sharing
- Measuring ingredients for a recipe
- Calculating the cost of a meal or individual items
- Estimating the total calories in a meal
- Comparing prices and sizes of different food options
Continued development in math can be encouraged by involving the child in meal planning and grocery shopping. They can practice budgeting, calculating discounts, and comparing prices. Cooking and baking also provide opportunities for measuring and fractions. Encourage the child to experiment with adjusting recipes and portion sizes to practice multiplication and division.