Mathematics·Measurement·procedural
Halves and quarters (age 7+)
Solve word problems involving dollar bills, quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies, using $ and ¢ symbols appropriately
Suggested ages 7–8
Learning journey
Your child is learning practical measurement skills — using rulers and other tools to measure length, weight, and volume accurately, working with money, and telling time to the nearest minute.
Evidence of understanding
- Determine the total value of a collection of coins
- Solve a word problem about making change with US currency
- Use $ and ¢ symbols correctly in answers
Assessment prompt
If Halves and quarters (age 7+) has 2 quarters, 1 dime, and 3 pennies, can they work out the total — and tell you whether that's enough to buy something costing 65 cents?
Standards alignment
2.MD.8US · ccss-math
Solve word problems with money
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · 2