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Introduction to Division pdf printable lesson plan

Lesson Title:Introduction to Division

Lesson Objective: Students will be able to understand and use division to solve real-world problems.

Materials:

  • Division flashcards (numbers 1-10)
  • Division worksheets
  • Division board game
  • Manipulatives (e.g. base ten blocks, counters)
  • Dry-erase boards and markers

    • Introduction (10 minutes):

  • Begin the lesson by reviewing basic counting, addition and multiplication facts with the class. Ask students to give examples of addition and multiplication sentences and write them on the board.
  • Introduce division as a way to find out how many items are in each group when we have a certain number of items to divide. Show an example of a division sentence (e.g. 12 ÷ 4 = 3) and ask students to explain what it means.
  • Use manipulatives (e.g. base ten blocks or counters) to physically model division problems for students.

    • Direct Instruction (20 minutes):

  • Show students the division flashcards and have them practice solving division problems by counting the items in each group.
  • Use manipulatives to physically model division problems for students.
  • Have students work on the division worksheets to practice solving division problems independently.

    • Guided Practice (25 minutes):

  • Divide the class into small groups and give each group a division board game.
  • Explain the rules of the game and have students take turns rolling the dice and solving the division problems on the game board.
  • Monitor students as they play the game, and provide feedback and support as needed.

    • Independent Practice (15 minutes):

  • Give students dry-erase boards and markers, and have them solve division problems independently.
  • Walk around the room to check their work and provide feedback.

    • Closure (10 minutes):

  • Review the key concepts of division with the class.
  • Have students share an example of a division problem they solved during the lesson and explain their thinking.
  • Assign homework related to division and set a date for a quiz on division.

    • Assessment:

  • Observation of student participation and engagement during the lesson
  • Completion of division worksheets and board game
  • Quiz on division concepts and problem-solving

    • Note: This lesson plan can be adapted to suit the specific needs of your class. You can adjust the number and complexity of division problems to match the abilities of your students, and use other appropriate materials and resources.