In this lesson, children are introduce to the multiplication symbol, linking to repeated addition and multiplication together. They will work in a variety of ways, using concrete resources and pictorially. They will use mathematical vocabulary to demonstrate their understanding but not mathematical symbols at this stage. Children should be provided with manipulatives to support where applicable. There is a teaching presentation accompanied by differentiated activities with a range of fluency, reasoning and problem-solving questions.

National Curriculum Objectives:
Mathematics Year 2: 

solve one-step problems involving multiplication and division, by calculating the answer using concrete objects, pictorial representations and arrays with the support of the teacher.

Differentiation:
There are three levels of differentiation in this pack: ‘working towards,’ ‘expected’ and ‘greater depth’.

Level of this Pack:

Age: 6-7
 England & Wales: Year 2
 Scotland: Primary 2
 Rep. Ireland: 1st Class
 Australia: Grade 1
 USA: Grade 1

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