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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 4
What topic	Multiplication facts
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Welcome to the World of Multiplication!

Introduction: The Multiplication Adventure Begins!

🎉 Attention, Super Mathematicians! 🎉

Today, we are going on an exciting adventure into the wonderful world of multiplication! But first, let's set the stage for our journey.

The Journey to Multiplication Land

Imagine you're on a treasure hunt 🗺️, and to find the hidden treasure, you must navigate through the enchanted forest of numbers. Each step you take, you will multiply your way to the prize!

Before we start, let’s warm up our brains:

1. Quick Math Challenge:

   • I want you to think about what happens when you have groups of objects. For example, if you have 3 bags with 4 apples in each bag, how many apples do you have in total?

   Take a moment to answer this question in your mind or jot it down on your whiteboard.

Multiplication Mysteries to Uncover

Now, in Multiplication Land, we have special powers to make our calculations faster and more fun! Instead of adding the same number over and over, we can multiply.

Example:

• Instead of saying 4 + 4 + 4, we say 3 groups of 4, which can be written as 3 x 4!

Let’s Dive Into the Adventure Together!

As we embark on our quest today, we’ll learn some multiplication facts that will help us unlock the magic of numbers!

• Activity:
  • I have hidden multiplication clues around the classroom (or virtual classroom). Each clue will ask you to solve a multiplication problem. Solve them to discover the path to our treasure!

Conclusion: Ready, Set, Multiply!

Are you ready to uncover the secrets of multiplication? Gather your pencils, and let’s embark on this math adventure together! Don’t forget—every time you multiply, you’re one step closer to our hidden treasure!

Let the adventure begin! 🏴‍☠️✨