Multiplication Magic

kristin Rego

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Multiplication Magic

Multiplication

This lesson aims to teach elementary students the basic concept of multiplication using trauma-informed strategies. Students will develop their math skills while also feeling emotionally supported through a caring classroom environment. The activities are designed to be engaging and supportive to accommodate various learning needs.

Audience

Elementary social-emotional

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Trauma-Informed Teaching

Materials

Multiplication Worksheet, and Group Activity Materials (e.g., counters, blocks)

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Greet students warmly and ensure they feel welcome.
Briefly explain the concept of multiplication as repeated addition.
Provide an example on the board (e.g., 3 x 2 = 3 + 3)

Step 2

Guided Practice

10 mins

Use physical objects like counters or blocks to visually demonstrate multiplication problems.
Have students practice a few problems together as a class using the objects.

Step 3

Worksheet Activity

10 mins

Distribute the Multiplication Worksheet.
Walk around the classroom, providing individual support as needed.
Encourage students to help each other and discuss their strategies.

Step 4

Group Activity

5 mins

Divide students into small groups and provide each group with counters or blocks.
Assign each group a multiplication problem to solve together.
Allow them to explain their solution to the class.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Recap the main points of the lesson.
Praise the students for their hard work and collaboration.
Answer any remaining questions and provide positive feedback.

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Worksheet

Multiplication Worksheet

A worksheet to practice basic multiplication problems, designed to reinforce the lesson's learning objective.

2 x 3 =

Think of 2 groups of 3.

4 x 2 =

Think of 4 groups of 2.

5 x 3 =

Think of 5 groups of 3.

Discussion

Group Activity Discussion

A discussion to reflect on the group activity and the strategies used.

How did your group solve the multiplication problem?

Encourage students to explain their thought process and the steps they took.

What did you find easy or challenging about the activity?

Allow students to share their experiences and any difficulties they faced.

How did working together help you understand the concept better?

Discuss the benefits of collaboration and peer learning.