Multiplication and division - Make equal groups sharing activity - Planning

In a Year 1 class focused on Multiplication & Division, students are introduced to the concept of making equal groups through a sharing activity. The National Curriculum objectives aim to solve one-step problems involving multiplication by using concrete objects. Students start with a recap of previous learning, discussing what sharing means and the definition of equal groups. The lesson utilises a variety of resources including a presentation, a selection of objects, and tens frames, to help visualise the process of sharing. Key vocabulary such as 'equal', 'grouping', 'share', and 'unequal groups' are emphasised to ensure students can articulate their understanding of the concepts.

During the lesson, students engage in practical activities to reinforce their learning. One activity involves using counters and tens frames to make two equal groups, and another uses donuts to demonstrate sharing equally between plates. These activities are designed to help students recognise the importance of equal distribution and to practice counting in groups. The lesson also includes paired talks and sentence completion exercises to encourage discussion and reflection on the learning process. The plenary session addresses common misconceptions and ensures that students can share objects equally. Additionally, the lesson plan outlines different levels of achievement, from working towards the expected level to reaching greater depth, with each level providing specific goals for students to aim for in their understanding and application of the concepts taught.