Show Me The Money
Embark on a global journey to discover the fascinating world of currencies! Students explore the history, value, and designs of money from different countries, then collaborate to create their own unique currency.
Key Learning Objectives
Show Me The Money provides an engaging opportunity for students to explore the world of global currencies, fostering teamwork, creativity, and cross-cultural understanding. Students will work together to design their own currency while gaining insight into the value, history, and impact of money worldwide. The project emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and the global connections that shape our financial systems.
Global Currencies
Students will explore different currencies from around the world, learning about their significance, design, and value.
History of Money
Students will gain insight into the history of money, understanding its evolution and the role it plays in shaping economies.
Collaboration
Students will work together across countries to design their own currency, sharing ideas, feedback, and creativity.
Students will design and create their own currency, focusing on both the functionality and the aesthetics of their designs.
Creative Challenge
Subjects
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Students apply practical numeracy skills by comparing prices of everyday items, converting currencies, and using exchange rates. They engage in calculations and data handling that build fluency in real-world financial contexts.
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Students explore the purpose and design of money, examine currency features, and learn about global currencies and exchange systems. They consider value, production, and the symbolic meaning behind national currency designs.
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Students engage in creative tasks such as coin rubbings, note illustrations, and the collaborative design of a new currency. They use symbolism, visual storytelling, and presentation skills to communicate value and meaning.
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Students work with international partners to exchange information about their local currencies and co-design a fictional collaborative currency. This fosters cross-cultural communication, shared decision-making, and appreciation of global diversity.
Project Outcome
Students will collaborate to design a unique currency that embodies global unity, creativity, and critical thinking. Through this project, they will apply design and problem-solving skills, with optional extended learning involving a presentation that reflects on their design choices, the cultural significance of their currency, and the collaborative process.
