Lesson 11

In this lesson, children multiply pairs of fractions using pictorial representations, such as the area model, to help them before moving on to multiplying the numerators and multiplying the denominators. Children will learn the link between multiplying fractions and finding fractions of an amount. There is a teaching presentation and differentiated resources with a range of fluency, reasoning and problem solving questions.

Year 7 Mathematics

Content Descriptors

V8.4

Multiply and divide fractions and decimals using efficient written strategies and digital technologies ACMNA154)

V9

use the 4 operations with positive rational numbers including fractions, decimals and percentages to solve problems using efficient calculation strategies AC9M7N06

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

Level of this Pack:

Age: 11-12
Australia: Grade 6...