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Recycled Cardboard Cash Register

Role play helps build communication skills in children and allows them to explore, investigate, experiment, and make sense of real life situations.
Activity Details:
4+ For ages
60 Minutes
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This activity is fun to make and encourages imaginative play whilst building numeracy and monetary skills!

Get your supplies!

You will need:

  • A Cardboard Box

  • M.SHIELD Fine Tip Markers

  • Micador jR. Safe Scissors

  • early stART Glue Stick

  • Washi Tape

Step 1: Colour Your Numbers!

Secure the sides of the box with washi tape. Cut 9 small squares of paper to be used as the number keys on your cash register. Colour and label from 0 to 9 with M.SHIELD Fine Tip Markers. 

Step 2: Create Screens!

Cut small rectangles and label with dollar and cents values. These will be used as changeable screens for your cash register.

Step 3: Get Gluing!

Glue your number keys to the register. NOTE: Do not glue the screens to your cash register, you will need to be able to swap these around during play.

Step 4: Swipe then Play!

Carefully cut a slit beside your number keys. This will form your credit card swipe section. Label the cut with 'Swipe Here'. You're ready to role play. Use toys and play food to open your imaginary store!

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