Identifying Counting Coins and Value to One Dollar Money Games 2nd Grade Review
This "I Have, Who Has?" Counting Coins Game is a fantastic, hands-on way to build money skills while keeping students engaged! Here's a helpful overview and a few ideas to maximize its use in your classroom:
What's Included:
- 42 interactive game cards (including start & finish)
- Coins featured: pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters (combinations up to $1.00)
- Designed for whole group, small group, or math centers
🎯 Skills Covered:
- Coin identification (recognizing U.S. coins by image and value)
- Counting coins in varied combinations
- Mental math & fluency
- Listening & turn-taking
💡 Ways to Use:
SettingHow to ImplementWhole ClassCircle up and pass the cards around in order—time how fast the class can complete a round.Math CentersSplit the deck among small groups and take turns. Great for peer collaboration.Early FinishersSet up a mini "store" where students match coin combinations to card values.Sub PlansLow-prep, high-engagement activity with built-in structure.AssessmentObserve fluency and accuracy with identifying and counting coins.
🔧 Teacher Tips:
- Laminate the cards for long-term use.
- Use plastic coins or a mini anchor chart for visual support if needed.
- Differentiate: Remove more complex cards for younger students or add time challenges for advanced learners.
- Encourage students to read aloud confidently and listen actively to know when it's their turn.
🛒 Add-On Idea:
Create an extension worksheet where students choose 5 cards and write out the coin values in expanded form, or draw the coin combination.
This game offers a perfect blend of math practice, cooperation, and fun—great for grades 1–3 or any group learning about money. Let me know if you'd like a printable classroom tracker, scoring sheet, or ideas for using it digitally!