Pretend Play
Restaurant Night
Your kid runs the restaurant: menu, orders and serving dinner.
Ages 6 to 8
45 minutes
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Get ready
10 minutes. Make dinner simple.
What you’ll need
Paper, markers, an apron or towel and play money.
Let’s play
1. Your kid writes a menu with prices.
2. Set the table like a real restaurant.
3. Order your dinner while they take notes and serve.
4. Pay with play money and leave a thank-you note.
Your part in the adventure
Be a polite but picky customer.
What they’re discovering
They’re practicing writing, simple math and manners.
Before you begin
Keep your kid away from the hot stove when serving.
Keep the idea going
Add a dessert special that sells out.
Every child is different. Adjust activities for their age and abilities, and stay close by. These are play ideas, not medical or developmental advice.