Meaning of Multiplication/Division Gr3

This package aims to help students building deep conceptual understanding of multiplication & division.

Key Features:

• Conceptual Focus: Emphasizes the “why” behind multiplication and division, encouraging students to think critically and make connections.
• Inquiry-Based Learning: Guides students through a process of discovery and exploration, empowering them to construct their own knowledge.
• Visual Thinking Routines: Utilizes a variety of visual tools to enhance comprehension and promote creative problem-solving.
• Authentic Problem-Solving: Provides real-world scenarios that motivate students to apply their knowledge and skills.
• Differentiated Instruction: Offers flexible strategies to accommodate diverse learners and ensure success for all.

Included detailed lesson plans & SEVEN Learning Experiences + Students Worksheets:

1. How many are there?
2. An Array Full of Stars
3. Terms or Factors? Sum or Product?
4. Hurray! It is working!
5. How many legs?
6. Let turn on the function machine!
7. Problem Solving Carousel

By the end of this unit, students will:

• Understand the meaning of multiplication and division
• Model multiplication and division in various ways
• Recognize the inverse relationship between multiplication and division
• Apply multiplication and division to solve real-world problems

This resource is perfect for teachers seeking to deepen their students understanding of multiplication and division and to inspire a lifelong love of learning.