The image you uploaded is a "Guess the Price" game sheet for Thanksgiving. The goal of this activity is to estimate the cost of each item listed and calculate the total price. The person whose guess is closest to the actual total wins.
List of Items:
1. Turkey (20 lbs)
2. Sweet Potatoes (5 lbs)
3. Stuffing Mix (1 box)
4. Mac and Cheese (1 box)
5. Dinner Rolls (1 dozen)
6. Canned Pumpkin (1 can)
7. Sparkling Apple Cider (1 bottle)
8. Frozen Pie Crust (1 crust)
9. Vanilla Ice Cream (1 tub)
10. Football (from a local store)
Solution Approach:
To solve this problem, we need to:
1. Estimate the cost of each item based on typical prices.
2. Sum up all the estimated costs to get the total.
3. Write down the estimates in the provided spaces.
Step-by-Step Estimation:
Here’s a reasonable estimation for each item:
1.
Turkey (20 lbs):
- A 20-lb turkey typically costs around $1 per pound.
- Estimated cost: $20.
2.
Sweet Potatoes (5 lbs):
- Sweet potatoes are usually priced at about $1–$2 per pound.
- Estimated cost: $5.
3.
Stuffing Mix (1 box):
- A box of stuffing mix generally costs around $3–$5.
- Estimated cost: $4.
4.
Mac and Cheese (1 box):
- A box of mac and cheese typically costs around $2–$3.
- Estimated cost: $3.
5.
Dinner Rolls (1 dozen):
- A package of dinner rolls often costs around $2–$3.
- Estimated cost: $3.
6.
Canned Pumpkin (1 can):
- A can of pumpkin puree usually costs around $2–$3.
- Estimated cost: $2.
7.
Sparkling Apple Cider (1 bottle):
- A bottle of sparkling apple cider might cost around $5–$7.
- Estimated cost: $6.
8.
Frozen Pie Crust (1 crust):
- A frozen pie crust typically costs around $2–$3.
- Estimated cost: $3.
9.
Vanilla Ice Cream (1 tub):
- A tub of vanilla ice cream usually costs around $4–$6.
- Estimated cost: $5.
10.
Football (from a local store):
- A football can vary in price but is often around $10–$20.
- Estimated cost: $15.
Calculating the Total:
Now, let's sum up all the estimated costs:
\[
20 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 3 + 2 + 6 + 3 + 5 + 15 = 66
\]
Final Answer:
The estimated total cost is
$66.
Explanation:
This solution involves making reasonable guesses based on common market prices for each item. The actual prices may vary depending on location, brand, and time of year, but these estimates provide a good starting point for the game.
How to Use This Sheet:
- Each participant should fill in their own estimates for each item.
- After everyone has submitted their guesses, the organizer can calculate the actual total cost of the items.
- The person whose total is closest to the actual total wins the game.
Final Boxed Answer:
\[
\boxed{66}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of printable games for thanksgiving.
