Money is Math

Using money in math can be a very effective way to teach addition in the classroom. In this case, coins can also be used as a supplementary tool in addition to students writing. Money as a symbol of numbers can be related to addition as well as fractions. For example, using quarters can help student remember how many quarters are in one whole or in this case a dollar. In addition, students can learn that a dime is 1/10 (one-tenth) of a whole which also means it takes ten dimes to make one dollar. Other example are obviously using nickles or pennies to make a dollar.

   I believe that this method is also useful in terms of teaching students how to add. Asking students to make a dollar using more than one type of coin would be an excellent way to stimulate their minds. Understanding math using money is not only something that is beneficial in the classroom, but is also something that students will be doing a lot of in their futures. This is why I believe using money is an excellent tool for math class.