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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Dividing by 5’s
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 3
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Lesson Plan: Dividing by 5's

Grade: 3
Subject: Mathematics
Duration: 30 minutes
Topic: Dividing by 5's

Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

• Understand the concept of division and how it relates to groups of 5.
• Accurately divide numbers by 5.
• Apply their knowledge to solve division problems in a practical context.

Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Division worksheets
• Counting manipulatives (e.g., counters, blocks)
• Clock or timer
• Projector (if available)

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Begin by asking students what they know about dividing numbers. Write their responses on the board.
• Introduce the concept of dividing by 5's using everyday examples, such as sharing candies or toys.

Explanation & Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

1. Understanding Division:
   Explain that division is the process of splitting a number into equal parts. For example, if we have 15 items and want to group them into sets of 5, we can divide 15 by 5.

2. Demonstration:

   • Write the division equation on the board:
     [ 15 \div 5 = ? ]
   • Show how to solve it by counting how many groups of 5 can fit into 15. Use manipulatives to visually represent the groups.

3. Basic Division Facts:
   Go over some basic facts by dividing various numbers by 5. Use the following examples:

   • 10 divided by 5
   • 20 divided by 5
   • 25 divided by 5

   Ensure to reinforce the idea that the answer tells us how many groups of 5 are in the given number.

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

• Hand out the division worksheets that include problems of dividing by 5's.
• Work through the first few problems together as a class, encouraging students to use manipulatives if needed.
• Prompt students to explain their thinking as they solve each problem.

Independent Practice (5 minutes)

• Allow students to complete the remaining problems on their own.
• Circulate around the classroom to provide support and feedback.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Review the key concepts from the lesson by asking students to share their answers for a couple of division problems from their worksheets.
• Ask students to summarize what they learned about dividing by 5's and how they might use it in real life.

Assessment

• Collect the worksheets to assess students' understanding of dividing by 5's.
• Observe student participation during the guided and independent practice to evaluate their confidence and grasp of the topic.

Homework (Optional)

• Assign a few additional problems for homework, encouraging students to practice dividing by 5 in different contexts.

By following this lesson plan, students will gain a better understanding of how to divide numbers by 5, strengthening their overall division skills in a fun and engaging way.