Decimals - Divide 2-Digit by 10 - Starter

In a mathematics lesson aimed at Year 4 students during Spring Term's Week 10, Day 2, the concept of dividing by 10 is introduced. The lesson starts with a 'Fluent in Four' revision section, prompting students to remember that when dividing by 10, the digits in a number move one place to the right on the place value chart. This foundational skill is further practiced with a simple exercise where the number 7, represented in the 'ones' column, is divided by 10, resulting in a shift to the 'tenths' column to become 0.7. The lesson is designed to reinforce the understanding of place value and the effect of division by 10 on a number's position.

Additionally, the lesson includes real-world application problems to enhance comprehension. For instance, Grace has a collection of 651 postage stamps, which is 500 more than Leo's collection. Students are tasked with calculating the number of stamps Leo has, introducing them to subtraction in a practical context. Another problem involves fractions, where Rosie drinks 5/12 of the lemonade, and Esin drinks 1/12 less than Rosie. Students must work out the combined fraction of lemonade they drink together. The problems encourage students to apply their knowledge of division, subtraction, and fractions, deepening their understanding of these mathematical concepts through engaging and relatable scenarios.