Objective

By the end of this lesson, Eli will understand the basics of grocery shopping, including how to create a shopping list, compare prices, and learn about healthy food choices. Eli will also explore the fun of art and music related to grocery shopping!

Materials and Prep

• Paper and colored pencils or markers
• Printable grocery list template (can be hand-drawn if no printer available)
• Calculator (or use fingers for counting)
• Recipe ideas (simple ones that Eli can choose from)
• Access to a grocery store (real or pretend)

Before the lesson, prepare a few simple recipes that Eli can choose from, and make sure to have a space to create art and music.

Activities

• Create a Shopping List:

  Eli will choose a recipe and write down all the ingredients needed for it. This will help him learn how to organize and plan for grocery shopping.

• Price Comparison Game:

  Using imaginary prices, Eli can compare the costs of different items. This will teach him basic math skills and how to find the best deals.

• Healthy Food Art:

  Eli can draw or create a collage of healthy foods. This activity will encourage him to think about nutrition and express his creativity at the same time.

• Grocery Store Music:

  Eli can create a fun song about grocery shopping using simple rhythms and rhymes. This will help him learn about music while having fun!

• Physical Education - Grocery Store Relay:

  Set up a small obstacle course where Eli has to "collect" grocery items. This will get him moving and help him understand the physical aspect of shopping.

Talking Points

• Art: "What colors do you think represent healthy foods?"
• English: "Can you write a sentence about your favorite fruit?"
• History: "Did you know that grocery stores used to be very different? People used to buy food from markets!"
• Math: "How can we add up the prices of these items? Let’s count together!"
• Music: "Let’s make a silly song about our shopping adventure!"
• Physical Education: "How fast can you run to collect the items in our relay?"
• Science: "Why do you think fruits and vegetables are good for our bodies?"
• Social Studies: "What are some foods that people eat in other countries? Let’s learn about them!"