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Welcome to Multiplication! – Multiplication as repeated addition – If you add 4 three times, it’s like 4 x 3! – Using number lines for multiplication – Jump the same distance on the line, count the hops – Practice with examples – Let’s try 2 x 5 on a number line together – Aim to master multiplication | This slide introduces the concept of multiplication as repeated addition, which is a foundational skill for third graders. Explain that multiplication is a shortcut for adding the same number several times. Use a number line to visually demonstrate this concept by showing equal jumps to represent repeated addition. Provide clear examples, such as 2 multiplied by 5, and have students practice by making equal jumps on the number line to find the product. The goal is for students to understand and apply multiplication using number lines, setting them on the path to becoming confident with multiplication.

Understanding Multiplication with Number Lines – Multiplication: fast way to add – Instead of adding 3 twice, we can multiply 3 by 2 – Two numbers: multiplier, multiplicand – Multiplier is how many times, multiplicand is the number we’re adding – Example: 3 x 2 is like 3 + 3 – 3 x 2 means 3 is added to itself once more – Number lines show multiplication visually – Jumping 2 spaces of 3 units each on a number line equals 6 | This slide introduces the concept of multiplication as a method for quick addition. Explain that multiplication involves a multiplier (how many times a number is added) and a multiplicand (the number being added). Use the example of 3 x 2 to show that it’s the same as adding 3 twice. To visualize this, demonstrate how to use a number line by making two jumps of 3 units each to reach the product of 6. This visual representation helps students grasp the concept of multiplication as repeated addition.

Multiplying with Number Lines – Visualize multiplication on a number line – A number line turns multiplication into something you can see – Make jumps to show repeated addition – If we multiply 3 x 4, we make 4 jumps of 3 spaces each on the line – Each jump equals the number added – For 3 x 4, each jump is 3 spaces. Count 3, 6, 9, 12 as you jump – Practice with different multiplication facts – Try 2 x 5 or 5 x 3 to see different jumps on the number line | This slide introduces the concept of using a number line to understand multiplication as repeated addition. Start by explaining that multiplication is a shortcut for adding the same number over and over again. Show how to draw a number line on the board and demonstrate with an example, such as 3 x 4, by making jumps on the line to reach the final product. Each jump represents the number being multiplied (the multiplicand), and the number of jumps represents the multiplier. Encourage students to practice with different multiplication facts to become comfortable with this visual method. This will help them internalize the concept of multiplication and prepare them for more complex problems.

Let’s Try Together: Multiplication on a Number Line – Example: 4 multiplied by 2 – We use the number line to visualize 4 groups of 2 – Start at 0 on the number line – Our starting point is always 0 – Make 4 jumps of 2 spaces each – Each jump represents adding another group of 2 – Count the spaces to find the answer – After 4 jumps, the total spaces moved is our product | This slide is an interactive class activity to help students understand multiplication using a number line. Begin by explaining the concept of multiplication as repeated addition. Show them how to multiply 4 by 2 by starting at 0 on the number line and making 4 jumps of 2 spaces each. After the jumps, count the total number of spaces moved to find the answer, which is 8 in this case. Encourage students to visualize the process and understand that each jump represents a group of 2 being added. This visual method helps solidify the concept of multiplication as repeated addition.

Your Turn to Practice Multiplication! – Try multiplying on a number line – Let’s do 5 times 3 together – We’ll multiply 5 by 3 as an example – Make 5 jumps of 3 on your number line – Starting at 0, hop 3 spaces 5 times – Check your answer with a friend – After jumping, where did you land? | This slide is an interactive activity for students to practice multiplication using a number line. Start by explaining the concept of multiplication as repeated addition. Demonstrate with an example on the board: to multiply 5 by 3, you make 5 jumps of 3 spaces each on the number line. Begin at 0, jump to 3, then 6, and so on until 5 jumps are completed. The final position on the number line is the answer to 5 times 3. Encourage students to draw their own number lines and perform the jumps. After completing the activity, they should check their answers with a classmate to reinforce the concept and ensure understanding. Provide additional examples if time allows and encourage students to try more examples as homework.

Multiplication is Everywhere! – Multiplication in daily life – Example: Counting apples – If you have 3 bags with 5 apples each, how many apples do you have in total? – Think of other multiplication examples – Share your examples in class – Think about when you share snacks or group items together. | This slide aims to show students how multiplication is a part of everyday life and not just a math concept. Start by explaining that multiplication is a quick way to add the same number several times. Use the example of apples in bags to illustrate this: if there are 5 apples in one bag, and we have 3 bags, instead of adding 5 + 5 + 5, we can multiply 5 by 3. Encourage students to come up with their own examples, such as calculating total legs if there are several animals, or total wheels on a number of cars. This will help them relate multiplication to real-world scenarios and understand its practical applications. During the next class, have a discussion where students can share their examples and explain how they used multiplication to find the answer.

Class Activity: Number Line Hopscotch – Let’s play Number Line Hopscotch! – Draw a number line with chalk – Use the playground or hallway floor for drawing – Hop to multiply numbers – For example, 2 hops for 2×3: start at 0, hop to 2, then hop to 6 – Each hop represents a multiplication step | This interactive activity is designed to help students visualize multiplication as repeated addition using a number line. Before starting, explain how each hop on the number line represents a multiplication step. For instance, if the problem is 2×3, they would start at 0, make one hop to 2, and another hop to 4, and then to 6, showing that 2+2+2 equals 6. Have the students take turns and encourage them to count aloud each hop. This will reinforce their understanding of multiplication as well as give them a physical activity that aids in learning. Prepare different multiplication sets for each student or pair of students to ensure everyone is engaged and practicing.

Review: Multiplication with Number Lines – Recap on number line multiplication – How we use jumps to multiply numbers – Benefits of this multiplication method – It helps visualize multiplication as repeated addition – Open floor for questions – Share personal experiences – Encourage sharing how you used number lines in math | This slide aims to consolidate the students’ understanding of using number lines to multiply. Begin by recapping the steps: starting at zero, making equal jumps on the number line for the number being multiplied, and counting the total number of jumps to find the product. Emphasize the usefulness of this method as it helps students visualize the concept of multiplication as repeated addition, which is particularly helpful for visual learners. Open the floor for any questions to clarify doubts and encourage students to share any experiences or insights they had while practicing this method. This interactive session will help assess their comprehension and reinforce their learning.

Homework Challenge: Multiplication with Number Lines – Practice multiplication using number lines – Complete the provided worksheet – Finish all the problems on the worksheet – Solve various multiplication problems – Use number lines to find the product of two numbers – Share your solutions next class | This homework assignment is designed to reinforce the concept of multiplication using number lines, which we’ve learned in class. Students should use the number lines to visualize the multiplication process by making equal jumps on the line for the number they are multiplying. The worksheet includes a variety of problems to ensure students practice with different multipliers. Encourage students to try their best and remind them that sharing their answers next class will help them learn from each other. Provide guidance on how to use number lines effectively for multiplication and remind them of the importance of showing their work.