As a follow-up to their initial investigation into Canadian coins, our JK children were re-asked, “What are coins?” and “What do you know about coins and money?” After making inquiries, observations and gaining further knowledge, some of their fascinating responses included:

•  “The coins are made of metal.”  “Coins are not the same.” (Zen)
• “Coins are like money when you go to the store to pay for something.”  “There are maple leaves on the penny.”(Insiyah)
• “When some people don’t have coins, you can give them some.”  “There is a picture of a boat on the dime.” (Arisa)
• “Some coins are silver.” (Marziah)
• “Some are golden. The penny has a leaf on it.” (Parisa)
• “You can pay with them.” (Arjun)
• “The shape of the coin is a circle. On nickels there is a beaver on a log.” (Kian)
• “The Queen of England is on the coins.” (Olivia)