The class is given a list of things to find prices for in their local grocery stores. Data can be collected from local newspapers, by phone, or at the grocery store. The various prices for the item are averaged by the class to determine the average price of that item. Prices from around the world cann be used in math, science, social studies, health and writing. Various classroom activities in which to use the information collected were given on this information page.
Identified by: Sandy Shetler
February 1997