Math
- The child practiced counting by counting the number of items in the cart.
- They learned about addition by adding up the prices of the items.
- The child practiced estimating by guessing how much the total bill would be.
- They learned about money by helping to pay at the checkout counter.
For continued development, you can create a pretend grocery store at home. Use play money and various items from your pantry to set up shop. Let your child take turns being the cashier and the customer, practicing counting, adding prices, and giving correct change.
Book Recommendations
- Eating the Alphabet by Lois Ehlert: This book introduces children to a variety of fruits and vegetables while also teaching the alphabet.
- Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson: Join Bear as he shops for food and prepares for a big feast with his friends.
- One is a Feast for Mouse by Judy Cox: Mouse goes grocery shopping and discovers that even just one small cranberry can be a feast.
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