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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Money
What length (min)	20
What age group	Reception
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Academic Subject: Mathematics

Lesson Length: 20 minutes

Theme: Money

The objective of this lesson is to introduce Reception students to the concept of money, its value, and its uses. By the end of the lesson, students should be able to recognize different types of coins and notes and have an understanding of basic money concepts, such as earning, spending, and saving.

Learning Objectives:

• To recognize different types of coins and notes
• To understand the value of money
• To learn basic money concepts, like earning, spending, and saving

Materials Needed:

• A flipchart or whiteboard
• Markers
• Play money (coins and notes)
• Pictures of common items or toys children might want to buy

Procedure:

Introduction (3 minutes)

Begin by asking the students if they have ever seen money or know what it is. Discuss their responses and explain that money is a way to buy things that we need or want, like food, toys, or clothes.

A Tour of Money (7 minutes)

Show the students the play money and explain that this is what people use to buy things. Show them each of the coins one by one and explain their value. Then, show them the different notes and explain their value as well.

Practical Application (5 minutes)

Explain that money can be used to buy things we need or want. Ask the students to name a toy or item they would like to buy. Show them a picture of the item and ask them how much they think it might cost.

Money Vocabulary (5 minutes)

Teach the students some common money vocabulary such as earn, spend, save, and budget. Explain the meaning of each word and give examples of how these concepts apply to real life situations.

Conclusion (8 minutes)

Play a short game to review the concepts covered in the lesson. Give each student some coins and ask them to count their money. Then, give them a picture of an item and ask them how much money they would need to buy it. Finally, ask them to share what they learned in the lesson.

Assessment:

Assess the students' understanding by observing them during the lesson and asking questions throughout. Give feedback on their performance and provide assistance as needed.

Extension Activity:

For an extension activity, have the students create their own piggy banks using cardboard boxes or other materials. Encourage them to decorate their piggy banks with pictures of items they are saving money to buy. This can help reinforce the concept of saving money and budgeting.