Age/Grade Level: Kindergarten to 2nd Grade
Learning Objectives:
- Practice addition and subtraction in a playful setting.
- Enhance decision-making and role-playing skills.
- Develop an understanding of product pricing and customer interactions.
Description:
The Ice Cream Shop Role-Play Activity is a delightful way for kids to learn while having fun! This resource includes price lists, order forms, receipts, and shop signs to create a realistic ice cream shop experience. Kids can role-play as customers, cashiers, or ice cream scoopers, choosing flavors, toppings, and creating delicious “orders.” It’s a perfect blend of imaginative play and practical math learning.
Instructions for Parents/Teachers:
- Set up a pretend ice cream shop using the provided signs, price lists, and order forms.
- Assign roles such as cashier, scooper, and customer to encourage role-playing and teamwork.
- Use the price list to teach basic addition and subtraction while kids calculate totals.
- Encourage creativity by letting kids mix and match flavors and toppings for their orders.
- Reinforce learning by discussing different roles in a shop and how they work together.
