Represent counting in sixes as the 6 times table
I can represent counting in sixes as the 6 times table.
Represent counting in sixes as the 6 times table
I can represent counting in sixes as the 6 times table.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Counting in sixes is the pattern of the 6 times table
- Counting in sixes can be represented in different ways
- Counting in threes can help you to count in sixes
Keywords
Factor - Numbers we can multiply together to get another number are known as factors.
Product - The answer when two or more values are multiplied together.
Multiple - A multiple is the result of multiplying a number by another whole number.
Common misconception
Pupils often confuse the keywords of this lesson and use them interchangeably or incorrectly.
Model correct usage in a range of contexts including labelling abstract equations and using the terms to identify the known elements in worded problems. Choral response can also support pupils using these words correctly.
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the addition expression to the correct answer
6
9
12
15
Q2.When counting in multiples of three from zero, which of these numbers would not be part of the count?
Q3.When counting in threes from zero, Izzy reaches 36
Which number will she say next?
Q4.Match the start of the count to the next number in the count.
12
16
32
27
18
Q5.What calculation does this array show?

Q6.Match the times tables facts to the correct product.
24
56
21
72
30
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Starting with the smallest put the multiples of 6 in order.
Q2.Which of these numbers are multiples of 6?
Q3.For each sequence, match it to the multiple of 6 that will come next.
24
36
30
48
66
Q4.This image shows 9 ladybirds, each with 6 legs. How many legs are there altogether? legs
