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Understanding Australian coins

Students understand what Australian coins look like, their value and their purpose. They identify and describe the features and value of Australian coins and make simple calculations using coins.

Resource details
Year level: Year 1 Year 2
Purpose: Teaching resource Teaching strategies
Strand: Number Algebra
Topic: Mathematical modelling Money and financial mathematics
Audience: Teachers
Format: Downloadable resource
Australian Curriculum code: AC9M1A01 AC9M1N06 AC9M2N04
Numeracy progression: Counting processes (P6) Number patterns and algebraic thinking (P3) Multiplicative strategies (P2)
Publisher: ASIC
Keywords: financial literacy
Other terms: coins Australian money