Money - Convert pounds and pence - Presentation

In the lesson on converting pounds and pence, students are introduced to the fundamentals of counting money, a key aspect of measurement in mathematics. They begin by exploring the basic question of how many pence make up a pound, setting the stage for a series of engaging activities designed to enhance their fluency and reasoning skills. The first activity challenges students to group coins to equal 100 pence, and from there, to determine the number of whole pounds and any remaining pence. This exercise not only reinforces their understanding of the value of coins but also helps them to visualise the conversion process between pounds and pence.

Further activities involve more complex scenarios, such as writing amounts in pounds and pence when given values solely in pence. For example, students must convert amounts like 280p, 175p, and 799p into the correct pound and pence notation. The lesson also delves into reasoning exercises where students must demonstrate their understanding by solving practical problems. In one instance, they are asked to find five possible combinations of coins that add up to a given amount, considering the coins they already have. Another exercise requires them to assess and correct misconceptions, such as when a character mistakenly calculates their total money. The lesson concludes with independent work where students circle coins that make 100 pence and convert various amounts into pounds and pence, solidifying their grasp of money conversion.