Max Maths, Year 6, Practice, Multiplying by a 1-digit number

In the Max Maths Year 6 practice exercises, students are encouraged to develop their multiplication skills by working through a series of problems involving multiplying by a single-digit number. The first task, 'Let’s Practise,' consists of straightforward multiplication questions where students find the product of two numbers. For example, they multiply 2 by 163, 204 by 5, and several other pairs of numbers, ranging from simple to more complex calculations. This section serves as a solid foundation for practicing the multiplication of larger numbers by a 1-digit number, reinforcing the students' arithmetic skills.

The second task requires students to employ estimation alongside multiplication. They are instructed to round the larger number to the nearest hundred to find an estimate before calculating the exact answer. This two-step process involves problems such as multiplying 358 by 2 and 5 by 1,080, among others, which helps students understand the importance of approximation as a mathematical strategy. To further challenge their numerical abilities, a 'Maths Challenge' is presented where students use given clues to determine the values of letters representing numbers in a multiplication equation. This puzzle-like activity not only tests their multiplication skills but also their problem-solving and logical reasoning abilities. Students are directed to workbook pages 56 to 58 for additional practice and to consolidate their learning.