Counting Coins

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed for the practice of matching monetary values to corresponding groups of coins. On the left side, there are boxes containing various combinations of coins, and on the right, there are designated monetary values in cents. The student’s task is to match each group of coins with the correct value by drawing a line between them. The coins include pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters, and the values to be matched are 28 cents, 35 cents, 37 cents, and 48 cents.

The worksheet teaches students how to recognize and sum the values of different U.S. coins. It promotes understanding of the basic concepts of money and arithmetic applied to real-world skills like making purchases and counting change. Through this matching activity, students enhance their counting skills by adding the value of coins in groups. The worksheet also aims to familiarize students with the appearance and value of each type of coin, preparing them for practical financial literacy.