Sure, you can use coins to teach basic arithmetic. But why stop there, hardly scratching the surface? The study of language arts, social studies, and advanced math—not to mention science—can benefit from the infusion of a little metal.
You don't need to take our word for it: Classroom teachers helped design all the lesson plans on this site. Not only have these activities passed the "kid test," but they were developed with National Standards in mind.
Tap into this educational series of lesson plans and resources for grades K through 12!
Use lesson plans for grades K through 6 created to work with this program.
Grades K through 6 will benefit from the historic designs through these lesson plans.
Grades K through 6 will benefit from the quarters’ historic designs through these lesson plans.
The United States Mint now offers lesson plans in this educational series for grades K through 12!
Take advantage of this educational series with lesson plans and resources for grades K through 12!
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