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Learning Goals:
- Solve problems involving the addition of multi-digit whole numbers
- Communicate mathematical thinking orally and visually
The Challenge:
Examine the following chart:
Conversion Table
A = $1.00 | B = $2.00 | C = $3.00 | D = $4.00 | E = $5.00 | F = $6.00 |
G = $7.00 | H = $8.00 | I = $9.00 | J = $10.00 | K = $11.00 | L = $12.00 |
M = $13.00 | N = $14.00 | O = $15.00 | P = $16.00 | Q = $17.00 | R = $18.00 |
S = $19.00 | T = $20.00 | U = $21.00 | V = $22.00 | W = $23.00 | X = $24.00 |
Y = $25.00 | Z = $26.00 |
Using this conversion table, we can find the total value of certain words!
For example, MATH = 13 + 1 + 20 + 8, so it has a total value of $42.
Who in your family has the most expensive name?
Can you find another word that has the same value as your name?
**How many words can you find that are worth exactly one hundred dollars?
Questions and Prompts to Support your Child:
- What strategy did you use to add the numbers?
- What have you tried so far? What could we try together?
Extensions & Adaptations:
- If struggling with calculations, have a calculator handy!
- If unable to find a hundred dollar word, invent a nonsense word that is worth $100 instead! Once you do, come up with a definition for that word!
- Is it possible to write a sentence using only $100 words?
Source: Kent Haines – Games for Young Minds
Categories: Elementary