How much money is in the jar activity
This how much money is in the jar activity is ideal for Year 1 pupils learning to recognise coins and calculate simple totals. Children look at the jar and add together the coins inside, developing key skills in counting in 1s, 2s, 5s and 10s, as well as building an understanding of everyday money.
The coin values range from 10p to 50p, helping pupils move beyond simple penny counting towards more realistic mixed-coin totals. The visual layout supports early learners in spotting familiar coins, applying their number bond knowledge, and using repeated addition strategies to find the total.
Use this activity as part of your money topic, for group work, in a maths area, or during quick-fire morning starters. It can also be used for challenge work or interventions focused on applying basic addition in a real-world context. Print onto card and laminate for repeated use.
Fully aligned with the Year 1 National Curriculum and suitable for White Rose planning, this activity supports the practical application of number skills through engaging visual problems.
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