Scale known multiplication facts by 10
I can use unitising and multiplying by 10 to scale multiplication facts.
Scale known multiplication facts by 10
I can use unitising and multiplying by 10 to scale multiplication facts.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- If two groups of 4 are equal to 8 then two group of 4 tens is equal to 8 tens or 80
- By thinking of a number of 10s, you can scale up and work out the 20, 40 and 80 times tables
- By thinking of a number of 10s, you can scale up and work out ten times the 2, 4 and 8 times tables
Keywords
Scale / scaling - Scaling is when a given quantity is made ___ times the size. In this lesson, scaling will involve making values 10 times the size.
Common misconception
Lack of fluency in multiplication facts and / or understanding of word problems. 'Adding a 0' at the end.
Use language of unitisation to support pupils mathematical thinking. Clear modelling of steps in how to find the operation for the calculation. Use gattegno chart or place value chart to highlight scaling by 10.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
24
40
28
48
80
40
20
120
Exit quiz
6 Questions
8 × 110
70 × 4
20 × 2
6 × 80