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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | 4.NBT.A.1 Recognize that in a multi-digit whole number, a digit in one place represents ten times what it represents in the place to its right. |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 4 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Recognize that in a multi-digit whole number, a digit in one place represents ten times what it represents in the place to its right (4.NBT.A.1).
Mathematics
Year/Grade 4
30 minutes
20
This lesson corresponds with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Place Value | 5 minutes | Begin with a brief lecture on place value, explaining how digits represent different values based on their position. Provide examples using a multi-digit number. |
| 2 | Printable Card Distribution | 5 minutes | Hand out printable place value cards to each student. Explain how they will be used in the next activity. |
| 3 | Interactive Group Activity | 10 minutes | In pairs, students will use the printable cards to fill in the place value of a series of given numbers. Encourage discussion and collaboration. |
| 4 | Random Checking | 5 minutes | Collect or randomly check the filled cards to gauge understanding. Provide immediate feedback on their answers. |
| 5 | Guided Practice | 5 minutes | Work through a few additional examples as a class using the whiteboard. Ask for volunteers to share their thought process. |
| 6 | Conclusion and Homework Assignment | 5 minutes | Summarize the lesson's main points. Distribute worksheets for homework that reinforce place value concepts. Explain how the homework will be collected the next day without presentations. |
"Good morning, class! Today, we are going to dive into an exciting topic: place value! Understanding place value is crucial in mathematics because it helps us know how to read and write large numbers.
Let's take a multi-digit number, for example, 345. Here, the digit '3' is in the hundreds place, meaning it represents three hundred. The digit '4' is in the tens place, so it means forty, and the digit '5' is in the ones place, which just means five.
Now, can anyone tell me what happens when we move one place to the left? Yes, exactly! A digit in one place represents ten times what it represents in the place to its right. So, if we shift '5' to the left, it would be in the tens place and would represent fifty!
Are you all ready to explore more about place value together?"
"Next, I will be handing out some printable place value cards. Each of you will receive a set of these cards, and they are very special because they will help you visualize the value of each digit in a number.
Please take a moment to look at your cards. You’ll notice they are labeled with units, tens, hundreds, and so on. We’ll be using these for our next activity. Make sure to keep them safe, as we will be using them shortly!"
"Now, it's time for a fun group activity! I want you to pair up with your neighbor. Together, you will be working on filling in the place value of a series of given numbers using your cards.
For example, if I say the number 742, I would like you to place the '7' under the hundreds card, the '4' under the tens card, and the '2' under the ones card.
I'll give you about ten minutes for this activity. Remember, communicate with each other, discuss your answers, and make sure you're both on the same page. Let's get started!"
"Alright, everyone, time's up! I would like to see your work. I’ll be walking around to randomly check your filled cards. I’ll take a look at how you’ve placed the digits and give you feedback on your answers.
If you got something incorrect, don’t worry, this is how we learn! Just be ready to discuss any mistakes so we can clarify things together."
"Great job, everyone! Now that we’ve evaluated your group activities, let’s work on a few more examples together on the whiteboard.
I’ll write down some numbers, and I want you to help me break them down into their place values. Let’s start with the number 5823.
Who can tell me what the digit ‘5’ stands for? Yes! It’s five thousand. How about the ‘8’? Excellent! It stands for eight hundred. Let's continue this process together. Feel free to raise your hand to share your thinking process."
"As we wrap up our lesson today, let’s quickly summarize what we’ve learned. Place value helps us understand the value of digits in multi-digit numbers, and we discovered that moving left increases the value tenfold.
For homework, I will be giving you a worksheet that reinforces what we discussed in class. Please complete it and be prepared to discuss any challenges you faced during the next class. Remember, when you hand in your homework tomorrow, there is no need for presentations; just put it in the collection box.
Thank you for your participation today! I’m excited to see how you apply what you’ve learned."
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the value of the digit '3' in the number 345? | |
| How much does a digit represent when it moves one place to the left? | |
| In the number 742, what does the digit '4' represent? | |
| What materials were handed out to help visualize place value? | |
| In the number 5823, what does the digit ‘8’ stand for? | |
| What happens to the value of a digit when it is moved to the right? | |
| Can you name the places represented by each digit in the number 4592? | |
| Why is understanding place value important in mathematics? | |
| How do you use your place value cards during the group activity? | |
| What should you do if you made a mistake while filling in the cards? |