Purpose:
Learning about money is vital for students as it lays the foundation for essential life skills that are directly applicable in the real world. Understanding currency, its value, and how to manage finances equips students with the tools they need to navigate everyday transactions, from making purchases to budgeting their expenses. As students engage with concepts such as saving, spending, and making change, they develop critical mathematical skills and financial literacy that will serve them throughout their lives.
The Links Curriculum encompasses comprehensive lesson plans, visual support materials, data systems, and assessments. It also offers a variety of academic activities, small group sessions, and independent work opportunities. Designed to foster student independence in natural settings, the Links online system employs a curriculum-based skill assessment and an Observed Routine Assessment (ORA) to pinpoint target areas for instruction. The task-analyzed routines within Links can be customized to accommodate the unique needs of each student. Additionally, the Links curriculum includes school, community, and vocational lesson plans, equipping instructional staff with the necessary tools to teach both individual skills and promote independence in daily routines.
Unit Overview
Identifying Coins
Counting Coins
Identifying Dollars