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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

Topic

Money

Subject

Mathematics

Grade/Age Group

Year 1

Duration

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Recognize different denominations of coins and notes.
• Understand the concept of total value and making change.
• Develop skills to solve simple money-related problems.

Materials

• Play money (coins and notes)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Worksheets with money problems
• Real-life examples (e.g., toy shop items with prices)
• Smartboard/LCD projector (if available)

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the UK National Curriculum for Mathematics, particularly in the area of measurement and money.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Money	5 mins	Discuss what money is and its importance. Show different coins and notes, allowing students to handle them.
2	Identifying Denominations	10 mins	Introduce students to various denominations, asking them to identify and sort play money in groups.
3	Total Value Exercise	5 mins	Present problem scenarios on the board (e.g., "You have 2 coins of 50p and 1 coin of £1. What is the total?"). Have students solve similar problems in pairs.
4	Making Change	5 mins	Demonstrate how to make change using play money. Provide scenarios where students practice giving and receiving change.
5	Independent Practice	3 mins	Distribute worksheets with money problems for students to complete individually.
6	Review and Wrap Up	2 mins	Go over the worksheet answers and clarify any misunderstandings. Ensure everyone understands the key concepts.

Homework

• Assign students to find three different prices from local shops and determine which coins they would use to make those purchases.
• Provide a worksheet with simple addition and change-making problems involving money for extra practice.

Checking Homework

• Homework will be collected at the beginning of the next lesson and reviewed without individual presentations to ensure all students feel comfortable sharing their answers in private.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that all students have an opportunity to interact with the materials.
• Make accommodations for any students needing additional support during the lesson.

Lesson script