Coin Recognition and Values

Learning about money is an important math skill! In the United States, we use four main coins. Let's learn their names, what they look like, and how much they are worth.

The Penny

• Looks like: A penny is a shiny copper (brown) color. It is the only coin that is this color! Abraham Lincoln is on the front.
• Value: $1$ cent

The Nickel

• Looks like: A nickel is a silver-colored coin. It is thicker than a penny and a dime. Thomas Jefferson is on the front.
• Value: $5$ cents

The Dime

• Looks like: A dime is the smallest and thinnest coin, but it is worth more than a penny or a nickel! It is silver-colored and features Franklin D. Roosevelt.
• Value: $10$ cents

The Quarter

• Looks like: A quarter is the biggest of these four coins. It is silver-colored and features George Washington on the front.
• Value: $25$ cents

Coin Value Summary

Here is a quick list to help you remember exactly what each coin is worth:

• Penny = $1$ cent
• Nickel = $5$ cents
• Dime = $10$ cents
• Quarter = $25$ cents

Let's Practice!

See if you can answer these fun coin questions:

1. Which coin is worth $10$ cents? Answer: A dime!
2. What is the value of a quarter? Answer: $25$ cents!
3. Which coin is copper (brown)? Answer: A penny!