manage it in our daily lives.

Title: “Money Matters: Exploring Currency Combinations”

Learning Outcome: I have investigated how different combinations of coins and notes can be used to pay for goods or be given in change.

Curriculum Area: Mathematics - Number, Money, and Measure

Curriculum Level: First Level (Scottish Curriculum)

Activity Description:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Begin the activity by discussing the importance of money in our daily lives. Ask the students questions like:
     • Why do we need money?
     • How do we use money to buy things?
     • Have you ever thought about the different combinations of coins and notes we can use to pay for goods or receive as change?
2. Coin and Note Exploration (10 minutes):
   • Provide each student with a set of play money, including coins and notes.
   • In pairs or small groups, ask the students to explore the different combinations of coins and notes they can use to pay for a given amount (e.g., £2.50).
   • Encourage them to experiment with various combinations and record their findings.
3. Real-Life Scenarios (15 minutes):
   • Present the students with different real-life scenarios where they need to use money.
   • For example, you could describe a situation where they want to buy a toy that costs £3.20 and ask them to determine the different combinations of coins and notes they can use to pay for it.
   • Allow the students to work individually or in pairs to solve the scenarios, using their play money to represent the currency.
4. Reflect and Discuss (10 minutes):
   • Bring the students back together as a whole group and discuss their findings.
   • Ask questions like:
     • What combinations of coins and notes did you find to pay for the given amounts?
     • Were there multiple ways to pay for the same amount?
     • Did you notice any patterns or strategies while exploring different combinations?
5. Extension Activity (optional):
   • For students who finish early or need an additional challenge, provide them with more complex scenarios involving larger amounts of money.
   • Encourage them to think critically and strategically about the combinations of coins and notes they can use.
6. Conclusion (5 minutes):
   • Summarize the key learning points from the activity, emphasizing the importance of understanding different combinations of coins and notes in managing money.
   • Reinforce the learning outcome: “I have investigated how different combinations of coins and notes can be used to pay for goods or be given in change.”

Note: Adapt the activity as per the resources available and the specific needs of your students.