How to play US Money Game
How much is a dime worth? Or a nickel? Understanding the value of US coins is not only fun but also an essential math skill. Through coin-related activities, students practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and more!
These virtual US coins help students identify coins and their respective values. They closely resemble real-life coins, enabling students to relate their lessons to the real world. To use them, just drag the coins into the workspace and add numbers to show equations. The pencil tool allows for notes, and the eraser removes them. The trash can clears the workspace.
Here are a few activity ideas:
Once students have mastered US coins, challenge them with our virtual US Play Money, or invite them to explore our coin jar.
Challenge students to make $1 using different combinations of coins.
Give students word problems that involve solving equations using the virtual coins.
Ask students to calculate how many items they can buy with a set amount of money, for example, $3, from a grocery list with price tags.
Want tips and strategies? Read the full How to Play US Money Game guide.


















