Which is the Better Buy?

Grade Level(s):  2^nd Grade

Content Area:                                                                        Process Area:

Numbers and Operations                                           Problem-Solving

Algebra                                                           Reasoning and Proof

Geometry                                                                    Communication

Measurement                                                             Representation

Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability                    Connections

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.2.MD.C.8: Solve word problems involving dollar bills, quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies, using $ and ¢ symbols appropriately. Example: If you have 2 dimes and 3 pennies, how many cents do you have?

Targeted Needs of Student:

Using multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction in real-world project, problem solving opportunities regarding money, determining the least amount

Goal:

To provide a real-world situation regarding buying products for the best amount

Materials Needed:

1.      Various objects

2.      Large Tags with money amounts on it

3.      Scratch Paper

Explanation/Summary:

Students will be shown the same object with different pricing and asked “Which is the better buy?” For instance, if I have a box of 5 Hot Pockets for $6.00 and two boxes of two Hot Pockets each for $4.00 each which is the better buy? Students will determine which is better based on how much will be paid.   

Resource:

Designing and Implementing Mathematics Instruction for Students with Diverse Learning Needs by Hudson and Miller