Home Ec. Course: Week 6

Budgeting and Grocery Shopping

Lesson 

Watch these two videos about what is a budget and why we need to learn to make a plan for our money to have a clear vision of where our money goes every month.

What is a Budget? | Kid Talk Edition

Budgeting for Kids

Learning Objectives

Learning how to make a grocery list and budget in your home economics course is important as it teaches you essential life skills for managing your finances and making informed decisions as a consumer. These skills not only help you shop smarter but also contribute to a more organized and efficient household.

Project Description

Read the article below about grocery shopping and choose an app from the list provided in the article. Download the app on your parent or teacher’s phone. If you are unable to do that simply use a notebook to write your grocery list.

Ultimate Guide to Grocery List For Kids

  1. Then watch the video below, proceed to make your own grocery shopping list on the app or on your notebook.
  2. Next time you go grocery shopping with your parents or any family member, notice the prices of the food and read the receipt the cashier gives you at the end of your checkout.
  3. Ask your parent or teacher how much was the specific budget they set for their grocery shopping trip. This will teach you every time to estimate prices and stay within your budget.

How to Make a Shopping List