Fractions - Multiply a Unit Fraction by an Integer - Starter

The mathematics exercises provided are tailored for Year 5 students in their Spring Term, specifically on Week 8, Day 3. The tasks are designed to strengthen their understanding of various mathematical concepts. One of the exercises involves calculating the perimeter of a rectangular swimming pool with dimensions of 25 meters by 10 meters. Students are required to determine the total distance around the pool. Another problem presents a practical scenario where Sandy goes shopping at a vase shop, spending a total of £14 on two items. The challenge for the students is to figure out which two items she could have purchased from the given price options, and then calculate the change she would receive from a £50 note.

Additionally, the worksheet includes a 'Fluent in Four' revision section, where students practice their multiplication skills and learn to draw a bar model to subtract mixed numbers. These exercises are aimed at reinforcing their arithmetic fluency and enhancing their ability to visualize mathematical problems. The inclusion of real-life contexts, such as shopping transactions, helps to make the learning experience more engaging and relatable for the students. By working through these problems, students develop a more concrete understanding of fractions, multiplication, and subtraction, as well as applying their knowledge to solve practical problems involving money and measurements.