Stack-o-Pennies Shop

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In this math activity, learners pretend there is a special store that lets you pay for toys by their height in pennies. Learners estimate the prices of small toys and then measure the prices with a stack of pennies. This activity guide contains a material list, sample questions to ask, literary connections, extensions, and alignment to local and national standards.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
$1 - $5 per student
Age Range:
Ages 4 - 8
Resource Types:
Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
Language:
English

Materials List (per student)

  • Small toys
  • At least 100 pennies
  • Rulers

Keywords

Subjects

  • Mathematics
    • Measurement
      • Units of Measurement
      • Size and Scale
    • Number and Operations
    • Representation
  • The Nature of Technology
    • The Design Process
      • Problem Solving

Informal Categories

  • Financial Literacy
  • Toys

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:

This resource is part of:

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, Children's Museum of Houston,

Funding Source:

  • ExxonMobil