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What topic	Students going on a field trip to mcdonalds to learn how to sit eat use money at a restuarent
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Lesson Plan: Field Trip to McDonald's

Subject: N/A

Duration: 45 Minutes

Grade Level: General Student Population

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Objective

Students will learn practical life skills by experiencing a restaurant environment. They will practice social interactions, understand how to order food, use money, and learn about table manners.

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Materials Needed

• Fake play money
• Menus (printed or laminated) from McDonald's
• Name tags for each student
• Paper and pencils for reflections
• Restaurant etiquette handout

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Lesson Outline

Introduction (10 Minutes)

1. Welcome the Students

   • Greet the students and explain the purpose of the field trip.
   • Discuss what they will learn and experience at McDonald's.

2. Review Key Concepts

   • Talk briefly about money and its use in a restaurant.
   • Discuss the importance of manners while dining out.

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Activity 1: Menu Familiarization (10 Minutes)

1. Identify Menu Items

   • Hand out menus and review the various items available at McDonald's.
   • Encourage students to think about what they would like to order.

2. Practice Ordering

   • In pairs, have students practice ordering from each other.
   • Discuss how to ask for their desired items politely.

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Activity 2: Role-Playing (15 Minutes)

1. Prepare for the Restaurant Experience

   • Divide students into small groups and assign roles: Customer, Cashier, and Server.
   • Each group will simulate a dining experience using play money and the menu.

2. Conduct the Role Play

   • Allow each group to role-play their dining experience in front of the class.
   • Encourage them to focus on using polite language and proper table manners.

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Discussion and Reflection (7 Minutes)

1. Reflect on the Experience

   • Gather students back together and ask them to share their experiences.
   • Discuss what they liked about their role and what they learned.

2. Review Key Takeaways

   • Highlight the importance of using money, ordering politely, and having good manners.

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Conclusion (3 Minutes)

1. Wrap-Up
   • Summarize the day’s activities.
   • Ask students to think of one thing they will remember next time they go to a restaurant.

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Assessment

• Participation in role-playing activities.
• Ability to effectively communicate while ordering.
• Reflection paper detailing what they learned from the experience.

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Additional Notes

• Ensure all students understand safety and behavior expectations during the field trip.
• Discuss transportation arrangements to and from the restaurant prior to the trip.

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The field trip to McDonald's will provide students with valuable lessons in navigating a restaurant environment and practicing financial literacy in a fun and engaging way.