Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v3 - Primary 3

Lesson Video

This page supports the lesson note with a companion video and a short classroom-ready summary.

Performance objectives

• multiply from1 x 1 to 9 x 9
• multiply 2-digit number by 1-digit number
• multiply three 1-digit numbers taking two at a time
• carry out correct multiplication in everyday activities.

Lesson summary

This topic introduces Primary 3 learners to multiplication as a fundamental arithmetic operation, building on their understanding of repeated addition and skip counting. Mastering multiplication facts and methods is crucial for learners as it forms the bedrock for more complex mathematical concepts and is extensively applied in everyday Nigerian life, from calculating market purchases to organizing items in groups. The ability to multiply efficiently enhances problem-solving skills and numerical fluency.

Teacher activity

• Begin by reviewing skip counting (e.g., count by 2s, 5s, 10s). Ask learners to define repeated addition. Connect repeated addition to multiplication (e.g., "If we add 3 to itself 4 times, that's 3 + 3 + 3 + 3, which is also 4 times 3"). Introduce the 'x' symbol.

Evaluation guide

• Assessment will be ongoing throughout the lesson (formative) and consolidated at the end (summative) based on the provided evaluation guide.
• 1 Formative Assessment Strategies:
• Observation: Monitor learners' participation in activities, accuracy in group work, and use of strategies.
• Oral Questioning: Ask learners direct questions during activities (e.g., "What is 4 times 8?", "Explain how you solved 25 x 3?").
• Whiteboard/Slate Work: Have learners solve problems on individual whiteboards for quick checks of understanding.

Reference guide

• 10 x10 Square chart.
• Multiplication table.
• Chart showing multiplication of 2-digit number by 1-digit number.
• Multiplications chart for three 1-digit numbers.
• Multiplication table