Multiplication and division - The 2 times table - Presentation

In a series of engaging activities, students are invited to deepen their understanding of the 2 times-table through a variety of exercises that encourage counting in twos and applying repeated addition. The lesson starts with a simple task of continuing the pattern of counting in twos, both forwards and backwards, reinforcing the concept of multiplication as a form of quick addition. Students are then presented with practical scenarios, such as calculating the total number of eyes, cherries, or socks by using the 2 times-table, which helps them visualise and understand multiplication in a real-world context.

Further activities include completing number track tables that require students to count in twos and determine how many 2p coins make up 16p, or how many wheels are found on a certain number of bicycles. These tasks are designed to strengthen fluency in multiplication and division related to the 2 times-table. The lesson also incorporates reasoning exercises where students must fill in the blanks to complete equations, correct false statements, and explain their thinking, thereby enhancing their conceptual understanding and ability to articulate mathematical reasoning. Imaginative representations and practical examples are used throughout to support learning and ensure that students can confidently work with the 2 times-table in various contexts.