Students learn to identify the penny, nickel, dime, quarter, and their values.
Topic
Earn (Becoming an entrepreneur, Getting paid), Save and invest (Banking options), Spend (Buying things)
Subject
Math, Physical education or health
Grade Level
Elementary school (K-1)
Duration
45-60 minutes
Big idea
Pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters are all coins, but they have different values.
Essential questions
- How do you recognize different coins?
- How much is each type of coin worth?
Objectives
- Identify four types of U.S. coins
- Remember and understand the value of each type of coin
What students will do
- Learn the name and value of a penny, a nickel, a dime, and a quarter.
- Explore the coins’ features.
- Practice comparing the coins’ values.
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Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_learning-about-coins_guide.pdf
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.
