Multiplication and Division - Divide 2-digits by 1-digit (No remainders) - Starter

In a mathematics lesson aimed at Year 4 students during the Spring term, the students are challenged with a series of division and comparison problems. The lesson begins with a 'Fluent in Four' revision activity, where students are asked to divide numbers without remainders. For instance, they need to calculate 432 divided by 6 and then tackle a more complex division problem involving 5,778 divided by 9. These exercises are designed to test and reinforce their division skills, ensuring fluency in the process.

Further into the lesson, students apply their mathematical knowledge to real-life scenarios. They calculate the difference in price of a t-shirt before and after a sale, finding that the cost has been reduced by £2 and 5p. Additionally, they compare quantities to determine who has more juice between Zach and Rosie. Zach has one jug with 3,500 ml, while Rosie has four bottles, each containing 850 ml. Students must prove their answer, showing that although Rosie has more bottles, the total amount of juice she has is 3,400 ml, which is less than Zach's single jug. The lesson also includes a multiplication exercise, where students multiply 263 by 4, developing their understanding of the relationship between multiplication and division.