Multiplication and Division - Divide by 10 - Starter

In a mathematics lesson for Year 4 students, during the Autumn term in Week 10, Day 3, the class works on a variety of multiplication and division problems. The session starts with a 'Fluent in Four' revision segment, where pupils are tasked with calculating and comparing numerical values. They use bar models to subtract fractions and insert comparison symbols like greater than, less than, or equal to, in order to make mathematical statements accurate. For example, they determine what number multiplied by 9 equals 36 and compare the product of 9 times 8 with 3 times 7 to identify which is greater.

Following the comparison exercises, students answer a series of multiplication questions to strengthen their understanding of multiplying by multiples of 10. They work out the products of 4 times 100 and 4 times 10, as well as 92 times 100 and 10 times 99, among others. The lesson also includes a practical application of multiplication involving real-world scenarios, such as calculating the total number of crisps in 8 packs, with each pack containing 29 crisps. Through these activities, students practice their arithmetic skills and develop a solid foundation in basic operations.