Penny Pursuit

Worksheet Description

The worksheet displays a collection of various coins arranged in a star-like shape, with a mix of pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters. Students are instructed to locate all the pennies among the assortment of coins and mark each one with an X. The task encourages close observation and attention to detail, as the pennies must be distinguished from the other coins based on their size and engravings.

The primary aim of “Penny Pursuit” is to help students practice coin recognition, specifically identifying pennies. It teaches children to differentiate between various coins, a fundamental skill in understanding and using money. Additionally, this worksheet enhances visual discrimination as students must pick out pennies from a group of similar-looking objects. It also introduces the basics of currency and could serve as a precursor to learning about the value of money and basic financial literacy.