Going out to eat can be a fun family outing. Although your child or student may not contribute to paying the bill, it’s an excellent time to teach math skills in the natural environment.
Learning how much to add for a tip is a skill that will be used throughout the lifespan. Here you will find a guide with examples and formulas for teaching your child or student how to add a tip to the bill.
Consider having a calculator available to support the activity. Similarly, you could use this opportunity to teach the functional use of a calculator or electronic devices (e.g., phones or tablets).
To complete this activity you might need:
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This template
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Marker or pencil
Optional:
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Calculator or electronic device with a calculator app available
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Laminate and laminator
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Dry erase marker
This download is a 6-page PDF.
