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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Decimals
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 4
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Grade 4 Mathematics Lesson Plan: Decimals

Duration: 30 Minutes

Learning Objectives

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

1. Understand the concept of decimals and their place value.
2. Read and write decimal numbers.
3. Compare and order decimal numbers.
4. Solve simple addition and subtraction problems involving decimals.

Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Decimal place value chart
• Decimal flashcards
• Worksheets for practice
• Pencils and erasers

Introduction (5 Minutes)

• Begin by asking students what they know about decimals.
• Explain that decimals represent fractions and are used in everyday life, such as money and measurements.
• Introduce the concept of place value in decimals (tenths, hundredths, etc.) using a decimal place value chart.

Direct Instruction (10 Minutes)

• Place Value Explanation: Use the decimal place value chart to demonstrate:

  • For example, in the decimal number 4.56:
    • 4 is in the "ones" place
    • 5 is in the "tenths" place
    • 6 is in the "hundredths" place

• Reading Decimals: Show how to read decimals aloud (e.g., 4.56 is read as "four and fifty-six hundredths").

• Comparing and Ordering: Introduce symbols for comparison (<, >, =) and provide examples of comparing decimal numbers.

Guided Practice (10 Minutes)

• Activity: Organize students into pairs and distribute decimal flashcards with different decimal values (e.g., 0.3, 1.25, 2.5, etc.).
• Ask each pair to compare their cards and decide which is greater or lesser.
• After comparing, students will share their findings with the class.

Independent Practice (5 Minutes)

• Hand out a worksheet with the following tasks:
  1. Write the decimal number for the fraction 3/10.
  2. Compare the decimals: 0.75 __ 0.8 (Fill in the blank with <, >, or =).
  3. List the following decimal numbers in order from least to greatest: 1.1, 0.9, 1.01.
  4. Solve the addition problem: 2.3 + 1.7.

Conclusion (5 Minutes)

• Review the key concepts covered in the lesson, emphasizing the importance of place value in understanding decimals.
• Encourage students to look for real-world examples of decimals (like prices or measurements) during their daily activities.

Homework

Complete the following tasks:

1. Write the decimal number for the fraction 7/100.
2. Compare the decimals: 0.65 __ 0.6 (Fill in the blank with <, >, or =).
3. List the following decimal numbers in order from least to greatest: 0.5, 0.02, 0.75.
4. Solve the addition problem: 3.4 + 2.5.

Homework Answers

1. 0.07
2. 0.65 > 0.6
3. 0.02, 0.5, 0.75
4. 5.9

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This lesson plan aligns with key educational standards and offers students a solid introduction to understanding decimals, enhancing their foundational skills in mathematics.