Challenge Question
How can we check whether we have the correct answer?
Learning Targets
Beginning
To be able do single digit multiplication in our head.
Developing
To know at least one method to multiply larger numbers.
Mastering
To be able to multiply decimals without a calculator.
Resources
Beginning
We will start by looking at mental multiplcations. Cut out an solve this times table puzzle:
Times Table Grid Jigsaw (Print)
Now test your skills using this worded trail.
Now we will use whiteboard to test and recap our understanding of multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 and 1000.
Developing
Now introduce students to the idea multiplying numbers using the Chinese Multiplication Grid.
Mastering
Now move on to using the same methods for multiplying decimals.
Grid Multiplication Trail (Print)
