Lesson covering bus stop division with problem solving and an introduction to dividing decimals by single digit numbers. Differentiated into three strands throughout and answers provided.
Converting fractions into decimals using bus-stop division. Accompanying worksheet has interesting fractions to shade and find the associated decimal and percentages.
Simple lesson with lots of use of images and models to help students master the skill.
The model presented is great for helping student who struggle with deciding how to 'chunk&' their problems.
Lesson on decimal multiplication starting from basic grid multiplication. Differentiated into three bands throughout. Answers are all provided. Problem solving questions allow the students to apply the skill in context.
An introduction to unknowns through some basic examples (smarties in a packet etc.).
Collecting like terms through the perimeter of polygons.
Expanding brackets through the area of rectangles.
Print out the Powerpoint and stick the slides around the room. The students take answer sheets. solve a problem and write down the corresponding letter. The letters can be copied into a sentence that should read 'I understand decimals!'. At this point you can direct students to try problems again if incorrect. Consolidate: written addition and subtraction of decimals using the column method. Also good for learning some of the synonyms of add and subtract.
Students answer simple questions on the time facts, reading clocks, adding on times and converting between 12-hour and 24-hour times in an interactive way.
Instructions
Print out the Powerpoint and stick around the room. Students write down answers and the corresponding letters. The letters fit into a sentence and should read 'We understand the time!'. You can quickly check answers and direct them to retry incorrect answers. Have fun.
Powerpoint lesson on finding the area and perimeter of rectangles and compound shapes. All questions have answers. Has mini plenary with lots of real life examples to help students remember the difference between area and perimeter. Students have opportunity to problem solve. Differentiated by task throughout.
Finding fractions of amounts and quantities worksheet for low attaining students. Also useful for students who need to practice division. The worksheet encourages students to represent the problems visually.