About this lesson
Understanding coins and notes helps children count money, make amounts and check change. In this Maths lesson, children tap coins to build exact amounts.
The lesson has 2 key facts, an interactive activity and a 3-question quiz. Each quiz attempt is scored, and up to three stars can be earned.
When to use this lesson
- Playing shop with real or toy coins
- Counting coins before a trip to the shop
- Making exact amounts with a set of coins
- Revision for Grade 2 Maths at home or in class
How to practise at home
- Play the activity together: tap coins to build exact amounts.
- Ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words.
- Take the quiz and try again until you earn three stars.
Practice questions
Show the 3 practice questions and answers
- How many cents is a dime worth? Answer: 10
- How many cents is a quarter worth? Answer: 25
- 20 nickels = ? cents Answer: 100
Frequently asked questions
What will my child learn in “Make 100 cents”?
The lesson covers these key facts: Penny = 1¢, nickel = 5¢, dime = 10¢, quarter = 25¢. 100¢ can be made in many ways.
Which grade is “Make 100 cents” for?
It is written for Grade 2 pupils studying Maths. Related lessons on money are listed at the bottom of this page.
How can I help my child practise “Make 100 cents” at home?
Play the activity together, so your child can tap coins to build exact amounts. Then ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words and try the 3-question quiz. The quiz awards up to three stars.
Can this lesson be used in class?
Yes. The activity works well on a whiteboard as a starter, and the quiz is a quick check of understanding at the end of the lesson.
Do I need an account to use this lesson?
No. There is no sign-up. Stars and progress are saved in the browser on the device you use.