Penny, Nickel, Dime, Quarter (Rock Paper Scissors Game)

Here is a great at home learning activity for a variety of grades!

Here is a little video I made to show you how to play this game.  You need some coins, a piece of paper and something to write with.

Below the video, I will share how to make the game easier and how to make it harder.  This is a great game for siblings to play together!

Make It Easier

-Don't use a record sheet!  For our youngest learners who are just starting to identify coins, you don't need to worry about counting up the total amount you have.

-Record on your record sheet using cent notation rather than the dollar sign and decimal point 

Make it Harder

-Use more coins!  Have each player start with 2 of each coin.  We have noticed that after we play this game a bit, we seem to get $0.41 a lot.  Changing how many coins are in play helps us level up and stops us from getting the same thing over and over

-Put 2 coins in your hand each time.  Start with 3 coins of each type and when it is your turn, put 2 coins in your hand.  The person with the most wins EXCEPT $0.02 beats $0.50.

Let us know if you try this game by sending a picture in email, posting in the comments below or sharing on the Parents and Friends of ACS Facebook group!