Multiplication and Division (2) - Multiply 4 digits by 2-digits - Planning

In a Year 5 mathematics lesson, students are introduced to the concept of multiplying 4-digit numbers by 2-digit numbers. This lesson is a key part of their Spring term learning in Multiplication and Division, and it builds upon their existing knowledge. The lesson is structured with a small step starter, followed by class teaching input, independent learning activities, and a concluding plenary session. During the lesson, students utilise worksheets and a presentation as resources to aid their understanding. Key vocabulary such as 'multiplication', 'calculation', 'placeholder', 'column method', 'place value columns', 'exchange', 'product', and 'partition' are emphasised, with vocabulary cards and definitions available to support learning.

Students are encouraged to practice their multiplication skills through a variety of activities, including the completion of 'fluent in four' questions and engaging with word problems. They are taught to show their working out clearly in their books, which helps to consolidate their understanding of the multiplication process. The lesson also includes a self-reflective 'Give me five' segment, where students consider what they have learnt, the skills they have used, any difficulties they have encountered, the resources that have supported their learning, and what they aim to remember from the lesson. Differentiated worksheets cater to varying levels of ability, ranging from solving simple word problems to tackling more complex multi-step problems, ensuring that each student is appropriately challenged and supported in their journey to mastering multiplication.