Numbers and Money

4-8 Money Number Stories

How to Solve Number Story Problems with Money

First, read the problem and think about what the problem is saying and asking you to solve.

Then ask, "What do I need to find out?"

Solving Money Problems

• Make a plan to either add, subtract, multiply, or divide.

• Do you need to draw a picture, make a part part whole box, or graph to help you break apart the problem?

• Remember, show your work, reread the problem if needed multiple times, and think about the strategies you know.

Open Ended

What are the different ways you could pay the exact price for the bus ticket to Los Angeles using $10 and $1 bills? Be clear with your explanation and show your work using numbers and letters.