Lesson Plan
Grocery Game Plan
Students will create a grocery list, allocate a budget, and complete a mock checkout to build practical financial literacy and independent shopping skills.
This lesson equips students with real-world money management and planning abilities, fostering confidence and independence in daily life tasks.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials & Classroom
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Budget Brainstorm
10 minutes
Step 3
Grocery List Creation
10 minutes
Step 4
Market Simulation
20 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Assessment
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Smart Shopper: Ready, Set, Shop!
Learning Objectives
Key Terms
How to Make Your Grocery List
Budgeting Tips
Sample Budget Breakdown
Market Simulation Activity
Reflection & Assessment

Activity


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