Multiplication and division - Divide by 2 - Presentation

In a mathematics lesson centred around division, Year 6 students revisit the concept of dividing by 2. The lesson aims to consolidate their understanding of the two times-table by recalling division facts through a variety of activities. Students are encouraged to discuss and provide three division facts related to the two times-table, enhancing their fluency in basic arithmetic operations. The lesson includes interactive slides that prompt students to complete stem sentences, thereby applying their knowledge to practical examples. They explore the relationship between division by 2 and halving, and work with visual aids like cubes and carrots to group items and understand division in concrete terms.

The lesson progresses with more engaging activities where students group objects such as socks and gloves into pairs, allowing them to visualise the division process and complete corresponding number sentences. Real-world scenarios are also presented, where children like Malachi and Zach share sweets equally, providing a context for division in everyday life. Students are challenged to think critically about the differences between sharing and grouping in twos, and to articulate these concepts through bar models and calculations. The lesson not only reinforces computational skills but also encourages reasoning by comparing quantities and understanding the properties of division and multiplication. Independent work tasks further allow students to apply their learning, ensuring they grasp the key principles of dividing by 2.