Paying

English Language Arts

• The child has learned the concept of vocabulary related to paying, such as words like money, coins, bills, and purchase.
• They have practiced reading and understanding simple sentences about paying, such as "I paid for my ice cream with a dollar bill."
• The child has learned about the concept of making choices when paying, such as deciding between using cash or a credit card, or choosing what to buy with their money.
• They have developed their communication skills by discussing and explaining the process of paying, including how to count money and give change.

For continued development related to the activity, encourage the child to explore real-life examples of paying. Take them to a store or pretend to set up a pretend store at home, where they can practice counting money, making choices, and interacting with others as a cashier or customer. Additionally, provide opportunities for the child to practice writing sentences or short stories about paying, using the vocabulary they have learned.

Book Recommendations

• The Berenstain Bears' Dollars and Sense by Stan Berenstain and Jan Berenstain: This book follows the Bear family as they learn about money and the importance of making wise financial decisions.
• A Chair for My Mother by Vera B. Williams: This heartwarming story tells the tale of a young girl, her mother, and grandmother, as they save money to buy a comfortable chair after losing their home in a fire.
• A Bargain for Frances by Russell Hoban: Frances, a clever badger, learns the value of friendship and the art of negotiation when her best friend Thelma tries to take advantage of her in a trading game.