Instructions
In this worksheet, you will learn about UK coins, their history, and how to use them in mathematical problems. Complete the activities below by following the instructions.
Part 1: Recognizing UK Coins
Look at the different UK coins below and write down each coin's value and one interesting fact about its history.
- 1p Coin:
- 2p Coin:
- 5p Coin:
- 10p Coin:
- 20p Coin:
- 50p Coin:
- £1 Coin:
- £2 Coin:
Part 2: Coin Calculations
Using the values of the coins above, solve the following problems:
- What is the total value of five 10p coins?
- If you have three £1 coins and two 50p coins, how much money do you have in total?
- You spend 30p on a snack. If you pay with a £1 coin, how much change will you receive?
Part 3: Coin Design
Think about a new coin design that you would create to celebrate something important to you. Describe your coin design and its significance below.
Part 4: Currency History
Research one of the following topics about UK coins and write a short paragraph about it:
- The history of British coins
- How coins are made
- Interesting facts about the coin you found most interesting
Bonus Activity: Coin Rubbings
Collect some coins from home and create rubbings using paper and crayons. What do you notice about the different designs?