Mastering Multiplication & Addition: Fun with Numbers

Mastering Multiplication & Addition: Fun with Numbers

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to solve basic multiplication and addition problems and tackle worded math problems with confidence.

What do you already know about solving math problems using multiplication and addition?

Quick Recap: Addition

Addition is combining two or more numbers to get a total. Example: 3 + 2 = 5.

Quick Recap: Multiplication

Multiplication is repeated addition. Example: 3 x 2 = 6 (same as 3 + 3).

Interactive Worksheet: Addition

Solve the following: 4 + 5, 7 + 3, 8 + 2.

Interactive Worksheet: Multiplication

Solve the following: 2 x 3, 4 x 2, 5 x 1.

Understanding Worded Problems

Read the problem. Identify numbers and operations needed. Example: "If you have 3 apples and get 2 more, how many in total?"

Practice: Worded Problems

Solve: "Sarah has 4 books. She buys 3 more. How many books does she have now?"

Wrap-Up & Review

Discuss what was learned. Answer any remaining questions.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.