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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Numbers to billion |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 6 |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Numbers to Billion
Grade 6
Mathematics
20 students
This lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, particularly in the domain of Number and Operations in Base Ten.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (Minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Large Numbers | 5 | Begin with a brief discussion about what a billion is and why it's important. Introduce the concept of place value, focusing on billions, millions, and thousands. |
| 2 | Reading and Writing Large Numbers | 10 | Use the whiteboard to demonstrate how to read and write numbers in the billions. Utilize place value charts for visualization. Ask students to follow along. |
| 3 | Comparing Large Numbers | 5 | Introduce greater than, less than, and equal symbols. Provide examples of comparing large numbers. Have students practice comparing numbers in pairs. |
| 4 | Guided Practice | 5 | Distribute worksheets with exercises on reading, writing, and comparing numbers in the billions. Circle the room to provide assistance as students work. |
| 5 | Independent Practice | 3 | Assign a set of additional problems for students to complete individually on their own or in small groups, encouraging collaboration and problem-solving. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 2 | Explain the homework assignment related to the lesson, ensuring students understand what is expected. Reiterate that these will be checked but not presented. |
Students will complete a worksheet that requires them to read, write, and compare numbers in the billions. They should be prepared to discuss their answers in small groups during the next class but will not present in front of the entire class.