Scale known multiplication facts by 10
I can use unitising and multiplying by 10 to scale multiplication facts.
Scale known multiplication facts by 10
I can use unitising and multiplying by 10 to scale multiplication facts.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- If two groups of 4 are equal to 8 then two group of 4 tens is equal to 8 tens or 80
- By thinking of a number of 10s, you can scale up and work out the 20, 40 and 80 times tables
- By thinking of a number of 10s, you can scale up and work out ten times the 2, 4 and 8 times tables
Keywords
Scale / scaling - Scaling is when a given quantity is made ___ times the size. In this lesson, scaling will involve making values 10 times the size.
Common misconception
Lack of fluency in multiplication facts and / or understanding of word problems. 'Adding a 0' at the end.
Use language of unitisation to support pupils mathematical thinking. Clear modelling of steps in how to find the operation for the calculation. Use gattegno chart or place value chart to highlight scaling by 10.
To help you plan your year 3 maths lesson on: Scale known multiplication facts by 10, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 3 maths lesson on: Scale known multiplication facts by 10, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
24
40
28
48
80
40
20
120
Exit quiz
6 Questions
8 × 110
70 × 4
20 × 2
6 × 80
