Reinforcing #3
Using coins for counting skills and pattern making
Month 3 · Activity 7 · Numbers
Instructions
- Gather 10 each of two different coins (we used pennies and dimes)
- Show a child a penny and a dime and let child explain how he can remember the look and names of the two coins
- Empty the container of the table and let the child find and count out three pennies
- Let child find and count out three dimes
- Have an adult make a pattern of three coins: penny - dime - penny
- Let child copy the pattern of the three coins by selecting the proper three coins
- The adult makes a different pattern of three coins: dime - dime - penny
- Let the child find the coins to copy this pattern of three coins
- Continue by making different patterns for a child to copy
Simplify
Some children need help in distinguishing the coins. Use pennies and quarters for this activity and see if this helps a child. The penny and quarter are different colors and sizes which can help the child in seeing the difference.
Extend
Cover up the pattern of the three coins with a napkin and let the child make a pattern by memory. Next, make a pattern using four or more coins. Let the child observe and then cover up the coins for the child to make the pattern by memory.
QUESTIONS FOR CHILD
Why do people need money?
For your birthday, would you rather receive money or a gift?
Materials
- 10 each of two different coins (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters)
- napkin/towel
Language Skills
Math & Science Skills
Problem Solving Skills
