Introduction to Mixed Operations Printable Lesson Plan

Lesson Title:Introduction to Mixed Operations

Lesson Objective: Students will be able to understand and use mixed operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) to solve real-world problems.

Materials:

Mixed operations worksheets

Mixed operations 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, subtraction, multiplication and division facts with the class. Ask students to give examples of each operation and write them on the board.

Introduce mixed operations as a way to use multiple operations in one problem. Show an example of a mixed operations problem (e.g. 3 + 5 x 2 – 4 = ?) and ask students to explain what it means.

Direct Instruction (20 minutes):

Use manipulatives to physically model mixed operations problems for students.

Have students work on the mixed operations worksheets to practice solving mixed operations problems independently.

Review the order of operations (PEMDAS) and explain how to solve mixed operations problems following that order.

Guided Practice (25 minutes):

Divide the class into small groups and give each group a mixed operations board game.

Explain the rules of the game and have students take turns rolling the dice and solving the mixed operations 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 mixed operations problems independently.

Walk around the room to check their work and provide feedback.

Closure (10 minutes):

Review the key concepts of mixed operations with the class.

Have students share an example of a mixed operations problem they solved during the lesson and explain their thinking.

Assign homework related to mixed operations and set a date for a quiz on mixed operations.

Assessment:

Observation of student participation and engagement during the lesson

Completion of mixed operations worksheets and board game

Quiz on mixed operations 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 mixed operations problems to match the abilities of your students, and use other appropriate materials and resources.