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Counting Coins Money Games

By Shaunna Evans 4 Comments · This content may contain affiliate links.

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Learning about money can be a challenging task for kids. Because it is symbolic in nature kids can struggle with the concepts. We recently shared some free coin sorting and matching printables intended for kids who are beginning to identify coins and their values. But what next? Once kids know the values of different coins you can begin introducing them to counting money, but start with small amounts! With these free printable counting coins money games we’ve included two different options for kids who are ready to start counting money. Skill levels and readiness vary but this type of activity is typically age appropriate for first grade and second grade learners.

Free Printable Counting Coins Money Games #freeprintable #firstgrade #money

We started first by gathering some coins. You can use real coins like we did, or substitute with plastic coins if you prefer.


See this Printable in Action

Counting Coins Money Game 1: Counting Coins Puzzles

In game 1 we cut apart the puzzles to make a a set of counting coins puzzles for kids to use. You can first use them in small group or whole group to introduce and practice counting sets.

Free printable counting coins puzzles. Money games for first grade and second grade #freeprintable #money #firstgrade

I like to use 2 or three full puzzles (depending on the number of kids you are working with). I put the amount segments (25¢, 30¢, etc) in the middle of the work space. Then each child gets at least one puzzle piece and counts the amount represented on the piece.

Kids take turns counting the set on their piece orally and placing the puzzle piece where it matches. This is a good way to get kids started with the activity without it being too overwhelming for them.

Money Puzzles-Counting Coins

Once kids begin to show an ability to count coins independently this activity can be added to a math center or be sent home as a homework game.

Coin Puzzles for First Grade Money Activities

Counting Coins Money Game 2: Counting Sets Game Mats

While the counting puzzles above focus on counting sets of coins, they do not require the higher level thinking of creating unique sets of coins. Using the counting sets game mats is a way to increase the difficulty of this task and differentiate instruction as needed.

Free Printable Counting Coins Mats for Kids-Money Activities. Counting different sets of coins. #freeprintable #money #firstgrade

For this activity kids are given a mat and asked to count out four different sets of coins to show that same amount.  This can be challenging at first. Like the game above you can start this activity in whole or small group and then transition to independent work when kids are ready.

The mats also work well for partners as they can work together to come up with ideas for filling each box and help check one another’s counting.

Money Game for Kids-Counting Sets of Coins

Quick note about coins…I do use a variety of coins so kids can see the different variations that are out in circulation. We use the older and newer nickels and different quarters so kids develop familiarity with them.

Different Ways to Count Sets of Coins-Money Math for First Grade

As kids are counting I always love to watch for signs of the way they are thinking and the ways the approach tasks. This little one naturally created each set in her hand instead of counting the coins out on the mat. They were never placed on the mat until she had her final set of coins ready. Although it looked a little hard to hold to me, I thought it was an interesting way to approach the counting.

Money Math Game-Counting Coins for 1st Grade

Once kids are finished with their mats I do always encourage them to go back and check their work. It’s a great habit to get into from an early age, and it gives them some additional practice in counting the sets fluently.

Free Printable Money Game for Kids-Counting Sets of Coins #freebie #math #1stgrade

Tips for Using Your Free Printable

The individual sets within this 24-page freebie can be used in a variety of ways to meet the needs of your students. Here are a few suggestions for each set:

Pre-Made Set with Color Background

This set can be:

  • Posted as examples in the center for kids to refer to
  • Used as work mats for beginners to create matching sets with real coins or money manipulatives

Pre-Made Set with B/W Background

This set can be:

  • Cut into puzzles for kids to count and match to the amount (you may use or discard the title card at the top of each puzzle)

Make Your Own Set Mats in Color

This set can be:

  • Used as a work mat for kids to create their own combinations of coins (real or manipulatives) to match the amount.

Make Your Own Set Mats in Color

This set can be:

  • Printed on white or colored paper to save ink and then used as a work mat for kids to create their own combinations of coins (real or manipulatives) to match the amount.

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  1. Danika

    October 8, 2020 at 9:25 am

    I have the latest version of Adobe and it still wont let me download it.

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    • Shaunna

      October 8, 2020 at 11:04 pm

      Hi Danika,
      I’m so sorry you’re having difficulty. Please review these tips to help troubleshoot: https://www.fantasticfunandlearning.com/get-help-printables. There are suggestions regarding what to do if you are not seeing the freebie emails, what to do if you are having trouble downloading the file, what to do if you are having trouble printing files, and more. Good luck!
      -Shaunna

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  2. dawn

    February 24, 2019 at 11:36 pm

    I am trying to print the free coin activity. I am not able to print the matching activity out.

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    • Shaunna Evans

      March 22, 2019 at 6:13 am

      If you have the download and it is not printing correctly, try updating your version of Adobe Reader.

      Reply

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