Solve problems involving multiples of 6
I can use known facts from the 5 times table to solve problems involving multiples of 6
Solve problems involving multiples of 6
I can use known facts from the 5 times table to solve problems involving multiples of 6
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- If 4 times 5 is 20 then 4 times 6 is four more than 20
- If you know 5 times a number you can add the number again to work out 6 times the number
- 5 times a number and 6 times a number are adjacent multiples
Keywords
Multiple - A multiple is the result of multiplying a number by another whole number.
Common misconception
Lack of fluency in 6 times tables and not understanding the divisibility rules or the problems.
To clearly model highlighting key words of worded problems to understand the problem and the operation required for the calculation. Continue to use language stems such as 'If I know...' 'Then I know...,' to support mathematical thinking.
To help you plan your year 4 maths lesson on: Solve problems involving multiples of 6, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 4 maths lesson on: Solve problems involving multiples of 6, 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
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Exit quiz
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