Counting change

Math

• The child learned how to identify and count different coins, such as pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters.
• They learned how to add and subtract using coins, by combining different denominations.
• The child practiced their counting skills by counting the total value of a given set of coins.
• They learned about basic concepts of money, such as understanding that different coins have different values.

Continued development: Encourage the child to create their own pretend store or play money system. They can practice counting change by pretending to buy and sell items, and calculating the correct amount of change to give or receive. Additionally, you can introduce more complex concepts, such as making change for larger amounts, by using higher value coins or even introducing bills.

Book Recommendations

• Money, Money, Honey Bunny! by Marilyn Sadler: This book teaches young children about the different values of coins and how they can be used.
• Just Saving My Money by Mercer Mayer: In this story, Little Critter learns about saving money and the importance of making choices when spending.
• The Coin Counting Book by Rozanne Lanczak Williams: This book introduces counting and adding coins in an engaging and interactive way.