Multiplication and Division - Multiply and divide by 9 - Planning

The Year 4 curriculum for Autumn includes a focused week on Multiplication and Division, specifically aimed at enhancing students' ability to multiply and divide by 9. The National Curriculum objectives set for this period include recalling multiplication and division facts for tables up to 12×12, using place value and derived facts for mental calculations, and recognising factor pairs and the commutative property in these calculations. The key vocabulary introduced during this unit encompasses terms such as multiplication, division, decimals, and factors, among others. The lesson plan involves a variety of resources, including number shapes, counters, worksheets, and presentations, to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the concepts.

The lesson begins with a recap of previous knowledge, using this as a stepping stone to become proficient in the 9 times table and its application in various contexts. Students explore pictorial representations and fact families, with activities designed to highlight patterns in the multiples of 9, such as the sum of digits equalling 9. This observation aids in error-checking and reinforces their understanding of the times table. Further activities include working with concrete representations, such as cubes, and bar models to demonstrate the commutative nature of multiplication. Independent worksheet tasks follow, encouraging students to apply their knowledge. The lesson concludes with a reflective 'Give me five' plenary, prompting students to consider what they've learned, the skills they've used, and any challenges they've faced, ensuring they remember the key points of the lesson. Differentiation is evident, with tasks tailored for those working towards expected levels and those ready for greater depth, including word problems and mental calculations using partitioning.