Counting in 4s to 48 - PowerPoint

In this engaging and interactive PowerPoint presentation, Year 3 students will develop their understanding of number sequences by practising counting in 4s up to 48. The presentation is designed to reinforce the concept of skip counting, which involves adding four to the previous number in the sequence. For example, starting from zero, the sequence would be 4, 8, 12, and so on. This methodical approach helps students to grasp the pattern of counting in 4s and prepares them to anticipate the next number in the sequence. The presentation includes a series of slides that reveal a number and challenge the students to find the next one within a quick three-second timeframe, making the activity both fun and educational.

To further aid memory and understanding, the resource provides top tips for remembering the 4 times table, such as recognising that all the numbers are even and end in 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8. It also points out that these numbers are multiples of 2 and can be divided by 2, and that the sum of the last two digits in each number can be divided by 4. An effective strategy shared is to multiply the number by 2 and then double the answer to find the corresponding multiple of 4. Accompanying worksheets allow students to apply what they've learned by filling in missing numbers in a sequence, reinforcing their skip counting skills. The presentation aims to make learning the 4 times table both accessible and enjoyable for young learners.