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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Money |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 4 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Mathematics
Money
Year/Grade 4
30 minutes
20
This lesson plan aligns with the national curriculum standards for Year 4 Mathematics, focusing on money recognition, values, and basic arithmetic operations.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Money | 5 mins | Introduce the lesson topic and objectives. Engage students with questions about what they know about money. |
| 2 | Money Recognition Activity | 10 mins | Provide students with printable cards featuring various money-related questions. Have them fill in the cards while discussing different coins and notes. |
| 3 | Basic Transactions Practice | 5 mins | Use sample money to conduct transactions. Have students practice buying items and making change with partners. |
| 4 | Collecting or Checking Cards | 5 mins | Collect the completed printable cards for assessment, or randomly check a few to gauge understanding without presentations. |
| 5 | Assigning Homework | 5 mins | Explain the homework assignment related to money concepts, ensuring that students understand the tasks without presenting it to the class. |
| 6 | Recap and Closing | 5 mins | Summarize the lesson, reiterating key points about money. Allow time for any questions and provide a quick overview of what will be covered next class. |
"Good morning, class! Today, we are going to dive into the fascinating world of money. Does anyone want to tell me what they know about money? [Pause for student responses.] Excellent! We're going to learn about different types of money, how to recognize them, and how to use them in simple transactions. By the end of this lesson, you will understand how to handle and calculate amounts of money. Are you ready to get started?"
"Now, I have some printable cards for each of you. These cards feature questions about different coins and notes. I want you to fill these out as we go along. Let's start by looking at some coins. Who can tell me what this coin is? [Hold up a sample coin.] Very good! This is a quarter. Can anyone tell me how much it's worth? [Encourage responses.] Great! Now, take a look at the cards and answer the questions regarding coins and notes. Work quietly for the next ten minutes. I’ll be walking around to help if you need it."
"Now that we’ve recognized different types of money, let’s practice using it! Pair up with a partner. One of you will play the role of the customer, and the other will be the shopkeeper. The customer will pick an item to ‘purchase’ using the sample money. Remember to give the right amount and to make change if necessary. I'll give you five minutes to practice. Have fun with it!"
"Alright, everyone! I hope you enjoyed that activity. Now, I need you to pass your completed cards to the front of the class. While I collect these, I will randomly check a few to see how you did. If you feel confident, raise your hand, and I might ask you a question about your card."
"Thank you for your hard work today! For homework, I would like you to complete a worksheet that focuses on money recognition and simple transactions. Make sure you understand the problems before you start working on them. We'll review the answers in our next class, so don't hesitate to ask questions if you're unsure about anything."
"To sum up today’s lesson, we learned about different coins and notes, how to recognize them, and how to use them in transactions. Money is an important part of our daily lives, and understanding it helps us in many ways. Before we finish, does anyone have any questions? [Pause for questions.] Great! In our next class, we will explore how to save and budget our money. Have a wonderful day, everyone!"
What are the different types of coins we discussed in class? Please list at least three and describe their values.
Look at the following images of coins and notes. Identify each one and write down its value.
If you want to buy a toy that costs $15 and you only have two $10 bills, will you have enough money? How much change would you receive?
During the class activity, you played the role of a shopkeeper. Describe one transaction you handled. What item was purchased, and how did you calculate the change?
Imagine you are at a store with the following items:
Complete the following sentence: "Recognizing money is important because __."
Describe a time when you used money to buy something. What items did you buy, and how did you ensure you paid the right amount?
Write a short paragraph explaining why understanding money and basic transactions is essential in everyday life. Include at least two reasons.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the different types of money we discussed in class? | |
| Can you name a coin and state its value? | |
| How do you recognize a quarter from other coins? | |
| What steps do you follow when making a simple transaction? | |
| In the customer and shopkeeper activity, what role did you play? | |
| Why is it important to give the right amount of money in a transaction? | |
| What did you learn from the money recognition activity? | |
| How can we use money in our daily lives? | |
| What was the homework assignment related to money? | |
| Can you explain why understanding money is important? |