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Session 8: Introducing multiplication table

Session Title

Introducing the multiplication table

Objective

Students will understand and memorise the multiplication tables through hands-on activities.

Topic

To understand the multiplication table

Materials Required
  • Chart papers or whiteboards
  • Markers
  • Flashcards (with multiplication problems on one side and answers on the other)
  • Large dice  (for random number generation)
  • Counters or objects for visual aids (e.g., blocks or small toys)
  • Timer or stopwatch
  • Multiplication table worksheets

Methodology

Learning through activity

Session Duration

 120 Minutes

Introduction Activity (20 minutes)

Introduction to the Multiplication Table

  • Use a chart or whiteboard to introduceIntroduce the first few multiplication facts (e.g., 1 x 1, 1 x 2, 2 x 2, 3 x 3,3) etc.).using a chart or whiteboard.
  • Demonstrate the concept using visual aids (objects, drawings, or hands-on materials). For example, showing 3 x 2 by grouping 3 sets of 2 objects.

Main Activity

Main Activity 1: Group Work with Multiplication Games.

1. “Multiplication Bingo” Game (30 minutes)

Create Bingo cards with multiplication problems in each box. The teacher will call out products, and students must find the corresponding problem on their cards.

2. “Dice Multiplication” Activity (25 minutes)

Have students roll the dice to create multiplication problems. For example, a roll of 3 and 4 means they solve 3 x 4.

Once a problem is rolled, the students solve it in pairs or small groups and present their answer.

Main Activity 2: Hands-On Exploration (30 minutes)

1. “Multiplication Stations” (30 minutes total, 10 minutes per station)

Divide the class into 3-4 groups. Each group rotates between different stations that focus on different aspects of multiplication.


  • Station 1: Visual Aid Station

    Station- 


    Students use counters or small objects to model multiplication problems.




  • Station 2: Flashcard Challenge

    Challenge- 


    Flashcards with multiplication problems are presented. Students work in pairs to quiz each other.




  • Station 3: Multiplication Table Race

    Race- 


    Students race to fill out a multiplication chart correctly. The first group to complete it wins.


Recap

Review Question (10 minutes)


Review what was learned during the lesson. Highlight the key multiplication facts and any strategies students found helpful.



Expected Learning  Outcome:

Knowledge building-


  •  To uderstand one digit multiplication table.


Skill Building-


  • Confidence 

  • Team work 

  • Self regulations


Follow

Follow-up Tasks(Tasks (5min)

  1. 9×8

  2. 7×9

  3. 6×6

Expected Learning  Outcome:

Knowledge building:

  • To understand one one-digit multiplication table.

Skill Building:

  • Confidence 

  • Teamwork 

  • Self regulations

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