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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Money
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 1
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Money

Subject

Mathematics

Topic

Money

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 1 (6-7 years old)

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds to the Irish National Curriculum for Mathematics, focusing on financial literacy and the understanding of currency.

Objectives

• Students will understand the concept of money and its use in everyday transactions.
• Students will identify different denominations of Euro coins and notes.
• Students will perform simple addition and subtraction with money amounts.
• Students will develop counting skills and the ability to make change.

Materials

• Euro coins and notes (play money)
• Worksheets for practice
• Whiteboard and markers
• Visual aids (pictures of items with prices)
• Small bags or containers for grouping coins

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 min	Discuss the importance of money in daily life. Show examples of Euros.
2	Identifying Money	5 min	Introduce different denominations using play money. Let students handle the coins.
3	Counting Money	10 min	Engage students in counting various amounts of play money. Use visual aids.
4	Simple Transactions	5 min	Set up a mock shop. Have students "buy" items using play money to practice making transactions.
5	Practice Exercise	3 min	Distribute worksheets with simple addition and subtraction problems involving money.
6	Review and Recap	2 min	Quickly recap what was learned and answer any lingering questions.

Assessment

• Monitor student engagement and understanding during the mock shop activity.
• Review completed worksheets to assess individual understanding of the material.

Homework

• Assign a worksheet that includes questions on identifying coins, adding small amounts of money, and some simple real-life scenarios involving money. Homework will be checked for completeness without requiring student presentations in class.

Additional Notes

• Ensure a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions.
• Adjust activities for any students who may need extra assistance or accommodation.

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