Helper Supply Budget
Simple budgeting activities introduce financial literacy and addition skills.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: Community Helpers
- Learning area: Numeracy
- Level: Level 3
Objectives
- 'Purchase' supplies for a helper within a given budget
Materials
- Play money
- Price tags on items
- Shopping list template
- Calculator
Instructions
1. Set up a 'helper supply store' with priced items.
2. Give each child $10 in play money.
3. Children must buy supplies for their helper.
4. Practice adding prices: 'Can I afford this?'
5. Make change if there's money left over.
Educator tip
Start with round dollar amounts before introducing coins.
Assessment
Observe addition accuracy, comparison of prices, and budget decision-making.
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