Represent counting in sevens as the 7 times table
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can represent counting in sevens as the 7 times table.
Key learning points
- Counting in sevens is the pattern of the 7 times table.
- Counting in sevens can be represented in different ways.
- Counting in sevens can help you to solve problems.
Keywords
Multiple - A multiple is the result of multiplying a number by another whole number.
Skip count - Counting in steps of equal size. For example, skip counting in twos means to count in equal steps of two.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that the 7 times table is just counting by sevens without recognising it as multiplication.
Emphasise that the 7 times table is not just counting by sevens but a series of products of 7 and whole numbers (e.g., 7 × 1, 7 × 2, etc.).
Teacher tip
Use visual aids like number lines or arrays to show how multiplying by 7 repeatedly adds seven to the previous product. Continue to practice 7 times tables at any given opportunity.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Look at this image. Which numbers are factors for the total number of spots on the dice?
Q2.What is the missing multiple of 4 in this sequence?
Q3.Each ladybird has 6 legs. How many legs are there altogether? legs.
Q4.Which of these numbers are multiples of 9?
Q5.Here is part of the 8 times table. What could you do to find 13 × 8?
Q6.Match the multiplication expression to the correct product.
36
24
56
30
90
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Skip count in 7s to find the number of tomatoes. There are tomatoes.
Q2.Laura is skip counting in 7s from zero. What multiple of 7 will she say after 49?
Q3.Which of these numbers are multiples of 7?
Q4.Match the number of groups to the product.
35
21
42
56
Q5.Look at this equation. 7 × 7 = 49 49 is the __________.
Q6.A netball team has 7 members. If 8 teams gather together for a netball tournament, how many members are there altogether? members
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