Year 4 - Maths
Use patterns of odd and even numbers in the times tables to solve problems
7 times table: odd and even patterns, square numbers and tests of divisibility
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will represent counting in sevens as the 7-table, explaining the relationship between adjacent multiples. The unit also looks at odd and even patterns in times tables and identifies square numbers.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to use patterns of odd and even numbers in the times tables to solve problems.
Key Notes
- Knowing if the product will be odd or even can help to solve problems.
- If the times table is odd, the products will alternate between odd and even.
- If the times table is even, the products will all be even.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Odd: An odd number is any whole number that cannot be divided exactly by 2 The ones digit is 1, 3, 5, 7 or 9
- Even: Any whole number that can be divided exactly by 2 is an even number. The ones digit is 0, 2, 4, 6 or 8
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may not understand how to use patterns of odd and even numbers to make problem-solving easier.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
Knowing if the product will be odd or even can help to solve problems. If the times table is odd, the products will alternate between odd and even.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Odd'
An odd number is any whole number that cannot be divided exactly by 2 The ones digit is 1, 3, 5, 7 or 9. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: Pupils may not understand how to use patterns of odd and even numbers to make problem-solving easier. Correction: Show that recognising these patterns can help predict results and verify answers (e.g., an even × odd = even).
More Lessons In This Unit
- Explain the relationship between adjacent multiples of seven Study Guide
- Identify and use square numbers to solve problems Study Guide
- Identify patterns of odd and even numbers in the times tables Study Guide
- Represent a square number Study Guide
- Represent counting in sevens as the 7 times table Study Guide
- Use divisibility rules for 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10 times tables to solve problems Study Guide
- Use divisibility rules for 3, 4, 6 and 8 times tables to solve problems Study Guide
- Use knowledge of the 7 times table to solve problems Study Guide
- Use known facts from the 2, 5 and 6 times tables to solve problems involving the 7 times table Study Guide
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