Exploring Fact Families with the Number 6!

Mathematics Grades 3rd Grade 1:22 Video
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Lesson Description

Learn how multiplication and division are related using fact families with the number 6. Discover patterns and build your math skills!

Video Resource

Fact Families 6x - Math for Kids!

Miacademy Learning Channel

Duration: 1:22
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Key Concepts

  • Multiplication facts of 6
  • Division facts related to multiplication facts of 6
  • Inverse relationship between multiplication and division
  • Fact Families

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to recall multiplication facts of 6 up to 6 x 12.
  • Students will be able to recall division facts related to the multiplication facts of 6.
  • Students will be able to explain the relationship between multiplication and division using the number 6.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what they already know about multiplication and division. Introduce the concept of 'fact families' - groups of related multiplication and division equations using the same numbers. Explain that today's lesson focuses on the fact family of 6. Show the Miacademy Learning Channel video 'Fact Families 6x - Math for Kids!'
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the video 'Fact Families 6x - Math for Kids!' Students should watch attentively, focusing on the multiplication and division facts presented. Encourage them to sing along to the catchy tune!
  • Guided Practice (10 mins)
    After the video, write several multiplication facts of 6 on the board (e.g., 6 x 3 = 18). For each fact, ask students to write the corresponding division fact (e.g., 18 / 6 = 3). Do a few examples together as a class, then have students work in pairs to complete the rest.
  • Independent Practice (10 mins)
    Provide students with a worksheet containing both multiplication and division problems related to the number 6. Encourage them to use the fact family knowledge they've gained to solve the problems.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the answers to the worksheet. Discuss any difficulties students encountered. Reiterate the relationship between multiplication and division and how knowing multiplication facts can help with division. Play the Miacademy song again as a closing activity.

Interactive Exercises

  • Fact Family Flashcards
    Create flashcards with multiplication facts of 6 on one side and the corresponding division fact on the other. Students can use these flashcards individually or in pairs to practice recalling the facts.
  • Online Practice Games
    Utilize online resources like Miacademy.co to find interactive games and activities that reinforce multiplication and division facts of 6. This provides a fun and engaging way for students to practice.

Discussion Questions

  • What is a fact family?
  • How can knowing your multiplication facts help you with division?
  • Can you think of a real-life situation where you might use multiplication or division with the number 6?

Skills Developed

  • Multiplication fluency
  • Division fluency
  • Understanding inverse relationships
  • Problem-solving

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What is 6 x 4?

Correct Answer: 24

Question 2:

What is 30 / 6?

Correct Answer: 5

Question 3:

Which number sentence belongs to the same fact family as 6 x 2 = 12?

Correct Answer: 12 / 2 = 6

Question 4:

What is 6 x 8?

Correct Answer: 48

Question 5:

What is 48 / 6?

Correct Answer: 8

Question 6:

What is 6 x 6?

Correct Answer: 36

Question 7:

What is 66 / 6?

Correct Answer: 11

Question 8:

What is 6 x 9?

Correct Answer: 54

Question 9:

What is 72 / 6?

Correct Answer: 12

Question 10:

What is 6 x 12?

Correct Answer: 72

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

6 x 5 = _______

Correct Answer: 30

Question 2:

12 / 6 = _______

Correct Answer: 2

Question 3:

6 x 7 = _______

Correct Answer: 42

Question 4:

24 / 6 = _______

Correct Answer: 4

Question 5:

6 x 10 = _______

Correct Answer: 60

Question 6:

18 / 6 = _______

Correct Answer: 3

Question 7:

6 x 11 = _______

Correct Answer: 66

Question 8:

36 / 6 = _______

Correct Answer: 6

Question 9:

6 x 3 = _______

Correct Answer: 18

Question 10:

42 / 6 = _______

Correct Answer: 7

Educational Standards

3.N.2.2:Demonstrate fluency with multiplication facts using factors up to 10. 3.N.2.7:Apply the relationship between multiplication and division to represent and solve problems. 3.N.2.6:Represent division facts and divisibility by modeling a variety of approaches (e.g., repeated subtraction, equal sharing, forming equal groups) to show the relationship between multiplication and division.

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