Counting Money Word Problems Worksheet – 2nd Grade Math Practice

Build strong money skills with the Counting Money Word Problems Worksheet. This second grade math printable keeps the focus on one skill so students can practice it with confidence.

Learning objective: Students will build accuracy and confidence with money through short, focused practice that reinforces what was taught in class.

Why it works: Practice like this gives students a chance to try money on their own after you teach it. Because the page is quick to complete and easy to review, it fits into almost any part of the school day.

What's included:

• 1 printable worksheet page

• Clear, student-friendly directions

• Answer key (1 page)

• Cover page

How it's organized: The page opens with these directions: "Count the coins in each collection. Write the total on the line." Students then complete the practice items in order and check their work before turning it in.

Grade level: Designed for second grade students. It also works well for first grade and third grade students who need extra practice or a fresh review.

How to use it: Assign it after a mini-lesson, use it in a small group, send it home as homework, keep it in your sub folder, or use it as a quick formative check.

Answer key: An answer key is included, so you can check work quickly or let students self-correct.

Teaching tips and variations:

• Slip the page into a sheet protector so students can practice again with dry-erase markers.

• Model the first item together, then let students finish the rest independently.

• Keep a few copies in your early finisher bin for independent review.

Skills covered: Money, Word Problems, Math

Standards: Supports Common Core 2. MD.C.8, 2. OA.A.1.

File type: PDF, ready to print.

Number of pages: 3 (1 worksheet page, 1 answer key page, 1 cover page).

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