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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Addition
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 6
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

Addition

Objectives

• Students will understand the concept of addition.
• Students will be able to solve addition problems involving multi-digit numbers.
• Students will demonstrate their ability to find the sum of two or more numbers in word problems.
• Students will work collaboratively to solve addition tasks.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed worksheets with addition problems
• Counters or manipulatives for hands-on activities
• Interactive math games (online or physical)
• Homework assignment sheets

Grade/Age Group

Year 6

Subject

Mathematics

Number of Students

20

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum content descriptors regarding number and algebra, focusing on addition skills, problem-solving abilities, and cooperative learning.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Addition	5 min	Briefly review what addition is and its importance. Engage students with a question like "Why do we need to add numbers?"
2	Direct Instruction	10 min	Teach strategies for solving addition problems, including vertical and horizontal methods, using examples on the whiteboard.
3	Guided Practice	5 min	Distribute worksheets and guide students through a few problems together, ensuring understanding of the concepts.
4	Independent Practice	5 min	Students complete additional problems on their own or with a partner. Facilitate as needed.
5	Interactive Activity	3 min	Students play a quick math game or use manipulatives to reinforce the addition concepts learned.
6	Homework and Closure	2 min	Assign homework that reinforces the addition skills learned. Remind students of how to complete it independently. Wrap up by reviewing key points of the lesson.

Homework

• Students will be given a worksheet with addition problems to solve at home. The homework will be collected the next day, and feedback will be provided without individual presentations.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to circulate during the independent practice to assist students and check for understanding.
• Prepare to adapt the lesson if students struggle with the concepts or require more challenge.

Lesson script