Counting Coins - PowerPoint

In a Year 1 mathematics lesson focused on number and place value, as well as measurement, students are introduced to the practical skill of counting coins. The lesson's objective is to practice counting in multiples of 2, 5, and 10 using 2p, 5p, and 10p coins as tangible examples. The teaching resources guide the students through the concept of counting in multiples by adding the same number repeatedly to the previous one in a sequence. For instance, when counting in multiples of 2, they would progress as follows: 2, 4, 6, 8, and so on, with the next number in this pattern being 10. This method not only reinforces their understanding of sequences but also connects mathematical concepts to real-world applications like handling money.

The lesson includes engaging activities where students can apply their counting skills to calculate the total value of coins in various scenarios. They are presented with images of purses and piggy banks, each containing a number of 2p, 5p, or 10p coins. By counting in multiples of the coin's value, students work out the total amount in each case. Worksheets accompany these exercises, providing structured practice and a clear visual representation of the coins and their totals, such as 6p, 10p, 14p, and so on, when counting in multiples of 2. Similar exercises are provided for multiples of 5 and 10, with totals like 15p, 25p, and 50p. The lesson materials include songs that can be accessed to make learning about counting in multiples more enjoyable and memorable for the young learners.