Multiply by Nine - PowerPoint

In this engaging and educational presentation, Year 4 students are invited to hone their multiplication skills, specifically focusing on multiplying by nine. The lesson is a practical exploration of what happens when we group numbers by nine, such as understanding that two groups of nine birds make 18. Each multiplication instance is presented as a sentence, for example, '2 x 9 = 18', reinforcing the concept that two groups of nine equals eighteen. This methodical approach is applied to a series of multiplication facts, starting from zero up to twelve, with each multiplication fact clearly depicted as a straightforward equation.

The presentation not only lists the multiplication facts but also offers top tips to help students remember patterns, such as the fact that multiplying an even number by nine results in an even number, and likewise with odd numbers. It emphasizes the rule that any number multiplied by zero will result in zero. To solidify their understanding, students are encouraged to answer multiplication questions and participate in interactive activities such as a multiplication chain game where they identify the multiplier for given multiples of nine. Additionally, worksheets are provided to practice these concepts, including a creative 'x 9 flower' where students fill in the petals with the correct products of nine. For a hands-on learning experience, flashcards are also suggested as a fun way to review and memorize the multiplication facts.