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Are You Money Smart?
Learners figure out and discuss the irony of this coin-centric poem. They also practice persuasive letter writing, and identify and count coin/money values.
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Counting Your Loot!
Students calculate the value of a given amount of gold and silver. They convert amounts of U.S. dollars to other currencies. Students must locate the country that the foreign currency involves on a world map.
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Addition - Counting On
Second graders solve addition problems without using a calculator. In this addition lesson plan, 2nd graders solve addition problems by "counting on." Students are taught this specific strategy and given the opportunity to practice.
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Cookie Mining
Students start with $19 of Cookie Mining Money with which they must buy his/her own "mining property" or cookie. After cookies are bought, students give their "mine" a name, record it, along with the price of their cookie on the sheet.
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Spelling Payment (Elementary, Mathematics)
Students practice spelling words and earn points (Each spelling word is assigned a value.) for each one spelled correctly. They keep track of money earned and may purchase items at the end of the month.
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Special Snack
Learners explore grocery store circulars to choose items for a snack.  For this snack math lesson, students must plan a class snack for $20.00. Learners create a list estimating costs.  Students view lists and choose one for...
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Estimation
Fourth graders view a variety of rice products and calculate their cost.  For this rice math lesson, 4th graders estimate cost and multiply to find 8 of each item. Students estimate using different amounts of rice products. Students...
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Function Problems
In this function worksheet, students use given functions to determine the rate at which people enter and exit an amusement park. They compute the number of dollars collected at a specified time and predict when the number of people in...
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Probability
Students explore the concept of probability.  In this probability activity, students flip coins and draw marbles out of a bag to determine probabilities of a particular outcome.  Students discuss the differences between experimental and...
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Study Buddies: Zeros in the Quotient
In this math worksheet, learners will work with a coach to solve a division problem. Students will follow a step-by-step process and notes are provided for the coach.
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Study Buddies: Finding Equivalent Fractions
In this math worksheet, students will work with a coach to find equivalent fractions. Students will follow a step-by-step process and notes are provided for the coach.
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Basic Equivalencies
First graders manipulate plastic coins to show equivalencies between pennies and dimes and to show specific values using them. They practice independently to stamp different values a variety of ways.
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Math Lesson Study Plan
Second graders find missing addends by solving math word problems. In this missing addend lesson, 2nd graders work in a whole group setting to find the missing addends in word problems before using the strategies to work independently....
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Mixing Coins
Young scholars explore mixed (different denomination) coin sets and create different total amounts.
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Math/Technology: Coin Combos
Second graders identify coin combinations needed to purchase items under a dollar. Using Kidspiration, they demonstrate three ways to purchase a pizza slice for 96 cents and choose an item which cost less than a dollar for other to...
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Model and Solve Algebraic Equations
Examine multiple ways to solve algebraic equations. Pupils will generate a problem solving strategy that addresses the prompt given by the teacher. They will then share their problem solving strategy with the class. Graphic organizers,...
Perkins School for the Blind
Integrated Skills - Laundry
I hate doing laundry, even if it is an independent living skill that requires me to count money, follow a sequence, and sort clothing by color. Learners with multiple disabilities discuss what laundry is, why they need to do it, and how...
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Quarters, Dimes, Nickels, and Pennies
In this money worksheet, 3rd graders will examine the photos of coins and write the correct amount.  Students will complete ten problems counting quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies to conclude how much is in each picture.
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Value Your Digits
Third graders work with place value. In this place value lesson, 3rd graders write three digit numbers and tell the place value of each number. They compare numbers and money, regroup, discuss the value of coins, and count money.  
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Tzedakah: How Can We Help?
Students define what constitutes a nutritious meal, the price of a healthy meal, and understand that some people can't afford healthy meals. In this healthy meals lesson, students estimate and research the cost of a nutritious meal, add...
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Million Dollar Project
Each student is given the task of spending $1 million. The way students spend their money is dependent on a theme such as "creating a dream world," "taking a trip," or "doing something to better society." Each student researches,...
Virginia Department of Education 
Probability
Classes explore different scenarios using manipulatives to learn about the difference between independent and dependent probability. Learners experiment with colored chips to model the two types of probabilities. To test their...
Virginia Department of Education 
Greetings
Welcome learners to the world of algebra. Use a instructional activity that poses a situation involving the profit from creating greeting cards to teach about algebra. It requires scholars to use linear functions and inequalities to...