1. M O N E Y

2. Big Idea Money comes in different sizes and colors. There are bills and coins. Money is used to make purchases and is used all over the world and varies by country.

3. Guiding Questions Can you identify the different forms of currency that we use in our everyday lives? Can you make change when completing purchases for everyday items? Can you combine coins and dollars to make purchases for everyday items?

4. Use What You’ve Learned Complete the following flipchart titled “Make Me Some Change.” Each student will take turns making change from $1.00 for various purchases.

5. Team Members List your team members below. ______________________

6. What have you learned? As a group, write a brief paragraph answering the following question. On the following sheet, list several reasons that you think make counting money an important part of your life.

7. Record your answer… __________________________________