Mathematics - Primary 5 - Square and square roots

STEP 1 - INTRODUCTION

Introduce the concept of squares by explaining that squaring a number means multiplying the number by itself.

Pupils listen and take notes.

STEP 2 - DEMONSTRATION

Demonstrate how to square numbers (e.g., 7² = 49).

Pupils observe and practice squaring numbers.

STEP 3 - PRACTICE

Give pupils a series of numbers to square (e.g., 6, 12, 15, etc.).

Pupils work on squaring numbers individually.

STEP 1 - INTRODUCING SQUARE ROOTS

Introduce the square root concept and explain that it is the opposite of squaring.

Pupils listen and take notes.

STEP 2 - DEMONSTRATION

Explain how to find the square root of a perfect square (e.g., √49 = 7).

Pupils practice finding square roots of numbers.

STEP 3 - PRACTICE

Provide examples for pupils to find square roots (e.g., √121, √400).

Pupils work through problems individually.

STEP 1 - REAL-LIFE APPLICATION

Provide real-life examples where square and square roots are used (e.g., area of square objects, architecture, etc.).

Pupils solve real-life problems involving squares and square roots.

STEP 2 - QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE PROBLEMS

Provide aptitude problems that include both squares and square roots for practice.

Pupils solve complex problems involving square roots.