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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 4
What topic	division
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Dividing Treasures: A Year 4 Math Adventure!

Introduction

Welcome, young mathematicians! Today, we’re going to embark on a fun treasure hunt that will help us uncover the mysteries of division. Get ready to put on your thinking caps and use your math skills as we explore how to share treasures fairly among friends!

The Treasure Hunt

Imagine we are pirates setting out on a grand adventure! Our captain has just discovered a hidden cave filled with 48 shiny gold coins. But wait! We are not just greedy pirates; we want to share the coins equally among our crew of 6 brave pirates.

Let’s put our math skills to the test! How can we divide the treasures so that each pirate gets the same amount?

Group Discussion

1. Think: If we have 48 coins and 6 pirates, how can we find out how many coins each pirate will receive?
2. Share Ideas: Discuss with your partner how you might approach this puzzle.
   • Would you use drawing, counting, or even materials like counters or blocks to help?
3. Calculate Together: Once you’ve shared your ideas, let’s come together as a class to calculate the answer!

Exploration Time

Now that we have talked about our treasure, let’s get into groups and solve more division problems! Each group will receive different scenarios, such as sharing fruits, candies, or toys.

Conclusion

At the end of our adventure, we will share what we learned. Remember, division is all about sharing equally, just like we did with our treasure! Are you ready to become a division expert? Let’s get started!