Lesson plan based on Alexander Coin
Analyze and compare symbols and their meanings on ancient Greek and contemporary coins.
Skills and Focus: Discussion, Cultural Comparisons, Writing
Subject Area: Social Science
Thematic Connection: Money, Connecting Past and Present
Grade Level: Elementary School
Time Needed: 20-30 minutes
Objectives
• Explain and demonstrate the role of money in the exchange of goods in everyday life.
• Understand that ancient Greek coins established the format for contemporary U.S. coins.
Instructional Materials Needed
Story: Coins in the Greek World
American coins (penny, nickel, dime, and quarter)
Activity
Step 1: Distribute the chart. Have students fill out the chart, comparing the images on the Alexander coin to those on contemporary U.S. coins.
Step 2: Then have students discuss how each coin informs them about its respective culture and history.
Goals
This activity meets Illinois State Goal 15: Understand, analyze, and compare economic systems, with an emphasis on the United States.
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