The Mathscots: Buying a Dog Coat

In this animated video, Prime the puppy considers money and financial mathematics when shopping for a new dog coat. The mathematical focus is on understanding that the value of Australian coins is not related to size; describing the features of coins that make it possible to identify them; and developing a range of mental strategies for addition and subtraction problems. The video includes a full transcript and is supported by a Teaching Guide that provides a range of associated activities for school and at home.