Multiplication

Multiplication

1. Concept of multiplication - "sets of"

   • creating groups of items
   • multiplication sentences - 2 sets of 3 & 3 sets of 2
     • matching sentences to sets of
     • creating sentences and corresponding groups
   • stars and circles dice activity
   • relevant pages from SHM 2
     • homework activity sheet
     • check up at end of unit

2. multiplication is commutative

   • 2 x3 = 3x2
     • card matching
       • snap
     • creating sets
   • creating groups of children in the class
     • standing in different formations - e.g. 2 rows of 3 & 3 rows of 2 - how many? has total changed?