Year 4 - Maths
Explain the relationship between adjacent multiples of three
Represent counting in threes and sixes as the 3 and 6 times tables
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will represent counting in 3s as the 3-times table explaining the relationship between adjacent multiples of 3 and represent counting in 6s as the 6-times table explaining the relationship between adjacent multiples of 6.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain the relationship between adjacent multiples of three.
Key Notes
- Adjacent multiples of 3 have a difference of 3.
- If you add 3 to a multiple of 3 you get the next multiple of 3.
- If you subtract 3 from a multiple of 3 you get the previous multiple of 3.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Adjacent: Adjacent means next to each other.
- Multiple: A multiple is the result of multiplying a number by another whole number.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may not understand the keyword adjacent and have difficult understanding the word problems.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
Adjacent multiples of 3 have a difference of 3. If you add 3 to a multiple of 3 you get the next multiple of 3.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Adjacent'
Adjacent means next to each other. 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 the keyword adjacent and have difficult understanding the word problems. Correction: Model correct usage in a range of contexts including labelling abstract equations and using the term to identify the known elements in worded problems. Take time to show adjacent on number lines connecting to addition and subtraction of equal groups.
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