Supermarket Showdown Game Cards
Official Game Material Consumer Math Edition
FRESH LANE SUPERMARKET
Weekly Ad & Rules Price Guide 2.0
Store Price Catalog (Reference Sheet)
Use these official shelf prices for all Showdown Challenge Cards
PRODUCE
Honeycrisp Apples $1.50/lb
Strawberries $2.80/lb
Fresh Mild Salsa $2.40/jar
DAIRY & BAKERY
Sourdough Bread $3.50/loaf
Whole Milk $3.25/gal
Large Eggs $2.75/doz
Sharp Cheddar $4.00/blk
MEAT & DELI
Chicken Breast $4.50/lb
Ground Turkey $5.25/lb
Frozen Pizza $5.50/box
Vanilla Ice Cream $4.25/tub
PANTRY & SNACKS
Pasta Spaghetti $1.25/lb
Marinara Sauce $2.25/jar
Tortilla Chips $2.60/bag
Granola Bars (6pk) $3.15/box
Honey Oat Cereal $3.75/box
How to Play: Supermarket Showdown
1 Draw a Card
Each player or pair draws 1 Challenge Card from the deck. Read the shopping mission and any special promo deals carefully.
2 Calculate Cart
Look up item unit prices on the Catalog. Multiply quantities, apply coupons, sum the subtotal, and calculate exact change on your Recording Sheet.
3 Showdown Duel
Compare calculations with your partner! Spot errors, check peer receipts, and earn points for accuracy and clever budget optimization.
3 Ways to Play in Class
Mode A: Head-to-Head Duel Both players solve the same card. First to calculate accurate total & correct change wins 2 Market Points!
Mode B: Station Rotation Spread cards across table stations. Students rotate every 5 minutes and record calculations in their log.
Mode C: Mystery Cashier Player 1 acts as Shopper, Player 2 acts as Cashier. Swap roles and verify change using mock bills or mental math.
Cut out Challenge Cards on Pages 2 & 3 along dotted guidelines. Laminate for reusable center play. Page 1 of 3
SET 1
SHOWDOWN CHALLENGE CARDS (1 – 6)
Cut along dashed lines
Card #1 • Level 1 100 Pts
Taco Tuesday Feast
Pick up family taco supplies for tonight's dinner:
- • 2 lbs Ground Turkey($5.25/lb)
- • 1 bag Tortilla Chips($2.60/bag)
- • 2 jars Mild Salsa($2.40/jar)
- • 1 block Sharp Cheddar($4.00/blk)
Payment: $30.00 cash Find: Total & Change
Card #2 • Level 1 100 Pts
Pasta Perfection + Coupon!
Stock up on Italian night essentials with a store coupon:
- • 3 lbs Pasta Spaghetti($1.25/lb)
- • 2 jars Marinara Sauce($2.25/jar)
- • 1 loaf Sourdough Bread($3.50/loaf)
- • 1 block Sharp Cheddar($4.00/blk)
Clip Coupon: Save $2.00 on total cart!
Payment: $20.00 bill Find: Total & Change
Card #3 • Level 2 150 Pts
Rise & Shine Breakfast
Fill the morning pantry for the week ahead:
- • 2 boxes Honey Oat Cereal($3.75/box)
- • 1 gallon Whole Milk($3.25/gal)
- • 2 dozen Large Eggs($2.75/doz)
- • 1 lb Fresh Strawberries($2.80/lb)
Payment: $20.00 bill Find: Total & Change
Card #4 • Level 2 150 Pts
Pizza & Movie Night
Treat friends to a weekend movie marathon spread:
- • 3 boxes Frozen Cheese Pizza($5.50/box)
- • 2 tubs Vanilla Ice Cream($4.25/tub)
- • 1 bag Tortilla Chips($2.60/bag)
Sweet Deal: $1.50 off ice cream combo!
Payment: $30.00 cash Find: Total & Change
Card #5 • Level 2 150 Pts
Healthy Snack Attack
Pack nutritious lunchbox snacks for soccer practice:
- • 4 lbs Honeycrisp Apples($1.50/lb)
- • 2 boxes Granola Bars($3.15/box)
- • 2 lbs Fresh Strawberries($2.80/lb)
Payment: $20.00 bill Find: Total & Change
Card #6 • Level 3 200 Pts
The $15 Budget Lunch Duel
You have exactly $15.00 in your pocket. Calculate cost:
- • 1 loaf Sourdough Bread($3.50)
- • 1 block Sharp Cheddar($4.00)
- • 2 lbs Honeycrisp Apples($1.50/lb)
- • 1 box Granola Bars($3.15)
Challenge: Are you under budget? How much is left over?
Budget: $15.00 max Find: Total & Surplus
Cards 1–6: Everyday Grocery Baskets & Single-Coupon Savings Page 2 of 3
SET 2
SHOWDOWN CHALLENGE CARDS (7 – 12)
Cut along dashed lines
Card #7 • Level 2 150 Pts
Chicken Dinner Rush
Prepare a hearty family roast chicken dinner:
- • 3 lbs Chicken Breast($4.50/lb)
- • 1 loaf Sourdough Bread($3.50/loaf)
- • 2 lbs Honeycrisp Apples($1.50/lb)
- • 1 gallon Whole Milk($3.25/gal)
Payment: $50.00 bill Find: Total & Change
Card #8 • Level 2 150 Pts
Game Day Dip Dash
Supply the tailgate crowd with chips and cheese dip:
- • 3 bags Tortilla Chips($2.60/bag)
- • 3 jars Mild Salsa($2.40/jar)
- • 2 blocks Sharp Cheddar($4.00/blk)
Super Promo: Save $3.00 on 3-Dip Combo!
Payment: $20.00 bill Find: Total & Change
Card #9 • Level 2 150 Pts
The Ultimate Baker's Cart
Gather fresh ingredients for bakery treats:
- • 2 dozen Large Eggs($2.75/doz)
- • 2 gallons Whole Milk($3.25/gal)
- • 2 tubs Vanilla Ice Cream($4.25/tub)
- • 2 lbs Fresh Strawberries($2.80/lb)
Payment: Two $20 bills ($40) Find: Total & Change
Card #10 • Level 2 150 Pts
Quick Pantry Restock
Stock up non-perishable pantry goods for the month:
- • 4 lbs Pasta Spaghetti($1.25/lb)
- • 3 jars Marinara Sauce($2.25/jar)
- • 3 boxes Granola Bars($3.15/box)
Payment: $25.00 cash ($20 + $5) Find: Total & Change
Card #11 • Level 3 200 Pts
The $25 Cookout Dilemma
The team selected these items with a strict $25 limit:
- • 2 lbs Ground Turkey($5.25/lb)
- • 2 lbs Chicken Breast($4.50/lb)
- • 1 loaf Sourdough Bread($3.50)
- • 1 jar Mild Salsa($2.40)
Showdown: Is it over $25? Which single item can be put back to fit under $25 without removing meat?
Budget: $25.00 limit Find: Total & Item to Drop
Card #12 • Level 3 200 Pts
Mystery Shopper 10% Off
Apply the golden store VIP 10% discount card:
- • 1 box Frozen Pizza ($5.50)• 1 gal Milk ($3.25)
- • 1 box Honey Oat Cereal ($3.75)• 1 doz Eggs ($2.75)
- • 1 tub Vanilla Ice Cream ($4.25)
VIP Card: 10% discount off entire basket!
Payment: $20.00 bill Find: Subtotal, Discount & Change
Cards 7–12: Multi-step Reasoning, Combo Discounts & Percentage Savings Page 3 of 3
Supermarket Showdown Recording Sheet
SUPERMARKET SHOWDOWN
Official Shopper Calculation & Receipt Log
Score Tracker: ____ / 600 Pts
Student Name ______________________
Date __________________
Cart / Team Name ______________________
Opponent / Cashier ______________________
ROUND 1 Challenge Card #: _______ Scenario: ____________________________________
Value: _____ Pts
| Item Description | Unit Price | Qty / Weight | Total Cost |
|---|
| 1. | $ | | $ |
| 2. | $ | | $ |
| 3. | $ | | $ |
| 4. | $ | | $ |
Basket Subtotal: $
Coupon / Promo Discount (-): -$
FINAL CART TOTAL: $
Cash Tendered (Payment): $
CHANGE DUE TO CUSTOMER: $
Coins/Bills given: $10: __ $5: __ $1: __ 25¢: __ 10¢: __ 1¢: __
Opponent Verification: Calculations verified correct? [ ] YES [ ] ADJUSTED Verified by: ________________________
ROUND 2 Challenge Card #: _______ Scenario: ____________________________________
Value: _____ Pts
| Item Description | Unit Price | Qty / Weight | Total Cost |
|---|
| 1. | $ | | $ |
| 2. | $ | | $ |
| 3. | $ | | $ |
| 4. | $ | | $ |
Basket Subtotal: $
Coupon / Promo Discount (-): -$
FINAL CART TOTAL: $
Cash Tendered (Payment): $
CHANGE DUE TO CUSTOMER: $
Coins/Bills given: $10: __ $5: __ $1: __ 25¢: __ 10¢: __ 1¢: __
Opponent Verification: Calculations verified correct? [ ] YES [ ] ADJUSTED Verified by: ________________________
Align all decimal points vertically before adding or subtracting money amounts. Page 1 of 2
ADV
Advanced Showdown & Budget Optimization
Multi-step discount reasoning and budget constraint solving
Rounds 3 & 4
ROUND 3 Challenge Card #: _______ Scenario: ____________________________________
Supermarket Showdown Answer Key
Teacher Guide & Key Standards: CCSS 4.MD.A.2, 5.NBT.B.7
SUPERMARKET SHOWDOWN ANSWER KEY
Master Solutions Cards 1 – 6
Unit Prices: Apples $1.50 • Strawberries $2.80 • Bread $3.50 • Milk $3.25 • Eggs $2.75 • Cheddar $4.00 • Turkey $5.25 • Chicken $4.50 • Pasta $1.25 • Sauce $2.25 • Pizza $5.50 • Ice Cream $4.25 • Chips $2.60 • Salsa $2.40 • Granola $3.15 • Cereal $3.75
Card #1: Taco Tuesday Feast Level 1 • 100 Pts
- 2 lbs Turkey: 2 × $5.25$10.50
- 1 bag Tortilla Chips$2.60
- 2 jars Mild Salsa: 2 × $2.40$4.80
- 1 block Cheddar Cheese$4.00
Cart Total:$21.90
Payment: $30.00 cashChange: $8.10
Breakdown: 1 × $5 bill, 3 × $1 bills, 1 dime (10¢).
Card #2: Pasta Perfection + Coupon Level 1 • 100 Pts
- 3 lbs Pasta: 3 × $1.25$3.75
- 2 jars Marinara: 2 × $2.25$4.50
- 1 loaf Sourdough Bread$3.50
- 1 block Cheddar Cheese$4.00
Subtotal: $15.75Coupon: -$2.00
Final Total:$13.75
Payment: $20.00Change: $6.25
Breakdown: 1 × $5 bill, 1 × $1 bill, 1 quarter (25¢).
Card #3: Rise & Shine Breakfast Level 2 • 150 Pts
- 2 boxes Cereal: 2 × $3.75$7.50
- 1 gallon Whole Milk$3.25
- 2 dozen Eggs: 2 × $2.75$5.50
- 1 lb Fresh Strawberries$2.80
Cart Total:$19.05
Payment: $20.00Change: $0.95
Breakdown: 3 quarters (75¢) + 2 dimes (20¢) = 95¢.
Card #4: Pizza & Movie Night Level 2 • 150 Pts
- 3 Frozen Pizzas: 3 × $5.50$16.50
- 2 tubs Ice Cream: 2 × $4.25$8.50
- 1 bag Tortilla Chips$2.60
Subtotal: $27.60Ice Cream Deal: -$1.50
Final Total:$26.10
Payment: $30.00Change: $3.90
Breakdown: 3 × $1 bills, 3 quarters (75¢), 1 dime, 1 nickel.
Card #5: Healthy Snack Attack Level 2 • 150 Pts
- 4 lbs Apples: 4 × $1.50$6.00
- 2 boxes Granola Bars: 2 × $3.15$6.30
- 2 lbs Strawberries: 2 × $2.80$5.60
Cart Total:$17.90
Payment: $20.00Change: $2.10
Breakdown: 2 × $1 bills, 1 dime (10¢).
Card #6: $15 Budget Lunch Duel Level 3 • 200 Pts
- 1 loaf Sourdough Bread$3.50
- 1 block Cheddar Cheese$4.00
- 2 lbs Apples: 2 × $1.50$3.00
- 1 box Granola Bars$3.15
Cart Total:$13.65
Budget Check: $13.65 < $15.00UNDER BUDGET
