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Pay the Bill

Teach your child about the bill at a restaurant, and you'll help to improve her rounding and addition skills.

Pay the Bill

Time

  • 5 to 10 minutes

Materials

  • The bill for dinner out at a restaurant
  • Money to pay it

Directions

The next time you are out to eat, let your child review the bill, count out the money, and pay the bill.

Extensions

  • Teach your child how to round numbers and help her determine the general amount of the bill before it comes.
  • Let your child help you determine how much to tip.

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