Year 2 Spring Money Full Interactive PowerPoint Lesson + Mental Maths Quiz (Term 2 Week 4 Lesson 5)

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Money Why Students Will Love This Lesson

Students will love the Money lesson as it engages them in real-world scenarios that require critical thinking and decision-making. The mental warm-up activity, where they consider various combinations of items that total 20p, stimulates their creativity and problem-solving skills. As they work through money problems and make decisions about purchases from the café menu, students will enjoy the interactive nature of the lesson. The challenge to categorize items under ‘Less than 30p’ and ‘More than 30p’ adds an element of competition and teamwork, making the learning experience exciting and collaborative.

Sample Questions

1. If you choose a sandwich for 15p and a drink for 5p, how much is the total? Is it less than or more than 30p?
2. Find two items from the café menu that together cost exactly 46p. What are they?
3. Create a price list for three different items and ask a friend to match them to the items on the café menu.

Benefits to Teachers

• Engaging Learning Environment: The lesson encourages collaboration and discussion among students, fostering a positive classroom atmosphere.
• Clear Learning Objectives: The well-defined objectives help teachers assess students’ understanding of money concepts, focusing on calculations and problem-solving.
• Real-Life Applications: By simulating a café setting, students learn to make informed decisions about spending, which is vital for their future.
• Critical Thinking Development: The activities promote critical thinking as students must decide on combinations and operations to solve money problems.

In conclusion, this Money lesson is designed to equip students with essential skills while making math relevant and enjoyable. They will gain confidence in making calculations and solving real-life money problems, which are invaluable skills for their future.

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