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Represent counting in fives as the 5 times table

Representing counting in 2s, 5s and 10s as the 2, 5 and 10 times tables

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will represent the 2x 10x table in different ways and use 2x 10x table to solve problems. They will explain the relationship between adjacent multiples of 2/10 and that factor pairs can be written in any order.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to represent counting in fives as the 5 times table.

Key Notes

  • Counting in fives is the pattern of the 5 times table.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • 5 times table: A set of multiplication facts where the product is a multiple of 5
  • Skip counting: Counting in steps of equal size. For example, skip counting in twos means to count in equal steps of two.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Children may struggle to count in multiples of 5s

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.

Counting in fives is the pattern of the 5 times table. Counting in fives is the pattern of the 5 times table.

2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. '5 times table'

A set of multiplication facts where the product is a multiple of 5. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.

3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.

Mistake: Children may struggle to count in multiples of 5s. Correction: Use of concrete resources: counters can support children to practise skip counting in 5s.

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