Counting money

Math

• The child has learned to identify different coins and their values.
• The child has learned to count money by adding the values of different coins.
• The child has learned to make simple purchases and calculate the total cost using coins.
• The child has learned to make change by subtracting the cost of an item from the amount of money given.

For continued development, encourage the child to practice counting money in real-life situations, such as during a trip to the grocery store or when playing pretend store at home. They can also create their own price tags and practice making change for different amounts of money. Additionally, introduce the concept of saving money by setting goals and tracking progress.

Book Recommendations

• The Penny Pot by Stuart J. Murphy: A story about a group of children who collect pennies to buy a surprise for their teacher, teaching the value of saving money.
• Bunny Money by Rosemary Wells: This book follows Max and Ruby as they go shopping for a birthday present, teaching about counting money and making purchases.
• Money Madness by David A. Adler: A non-fiction book that explores the history of money, different types of currency, and the concept of value.