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Pretend Grocery Store

Age2–6 years
Time15–30 min
MessLow-mess
EnergyLow energy
SettingIndoor
Pretend Grocery Store

You'll need

  • Empty food containers
  • Play money or paper
  • Bags
  • Cash register toy (optional)

Steps

  1. 1Set up store with food items on shelf
  2. 2One person is shopkeeper, one shops
  3. 3Use shopping list to find items
  4. 4Pay with play money

Why this works

Role play builds language, math, and social skills naturally.

Try also

  • Add price tags for math
  • Include grocery bags to pack
  • Create store signs and sales

Clean containers only. No glass.

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