Pinching Pennies
Joe Merhib
Kristan Gossen
Y1
Lesson Objectives
• 1. Students can understand and
demonstrate the process of using a triple
beam balance.
• 2. Students can understand and
demonstrate the process of using a metric
ruler.
Pass Skills
Process Standard 1: Observe and Measure
Process Standard 4: Interpret and
Communicate
Content Standard 1:1 Physical Properties in
Matter
Lesson Snapshot
• Engage- Begin by giving the students a
brief history about coins and how they have
changed throughout history. Students will
then predict the weight and size of each
coin.
• Explore- Students will measure and weigh
the coins. They will also design a data table
and fill it in accordingly.
• Explain- Students compare, contrast, and
share their findings.
• Elaborate- Guide the students in real
world connections by explaining the
importance of coin size in a vending
machine.
• Evaluate- Students will revisit their early
predictions and compare and contrast their
results.