Sample Daily Lesson Plan

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Teacher: [Your Name]

Email: [Your Email]

Date: May 201, 2060

Subject:	Mathematics - Multiplying Fractions by Whole Numbers
Grade Level:	4th Grade
Duration:	40 minutes

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Objectives

1. Students will understand how to multiply fractions by whole numbers.

2. Students will be able to simplify fractions after multiplication.

3. Students will apply this concept to real-world problems involving fractions.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers

• Fraction strips

• Math workbook (pages 45-46)

• Smartboard with fraction visuals

• Rulers and colored pencils

• Multiplying Fractions Worksheet

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Lesson Procedure

1. Warm-Up/Introduction: (5 minutes)

• Begin with a brief review of what fractions are and how they represent parts of a whole.

• Pose a question: "If I have 2/3 of a pizza and I want 4 times that, how much pizza will I have?"

• Show a quick video on the Smartboard that introduces multiplying fractions visually using pizza slices (2 minutes).

2. Instruction/Presentation: (15 minutes)

• Introduce the steps for multiplying a fraction by a whole number.

• Write the problem 2/3 × 4 on the board and guide students through the process:

  1. Multiply the numerator by the whole number (2 × 4 = 8).

  2. Keep the denominator the same (denominator = 3).

  3. The result is 8/3, which can be simplified to 2 2/3.

• Use fraction strips to demonstrate visually.

• Highlight key points like keeping the denominator unchanged and simplifying improper fractions.

3. Guided Practice: (10 minutes)

• Hand out fraction strips and ask students to solve 3 problems with your guidance:

  1. 1/4 × 5

  2. 2/5 × 3

  3. 3/7 × 2

• Walk around the room to ensure all students are engaged and on track.

4. Independent Practice: (10 minutes)

• Students complete 5 problems in their math workbooks (p. 45-46):

  1. 1/3 × 4

  2. 2/6 × 5

  3. 3/5 × 3

  4. 5/8 × 2

  5. 7/9 × 4

• Encourage students to simplify their answers.

5. Closure: (5 minutes)

• Review answers as a class and ask volunteers to explain their reasoning.

• Summarize the key steps to multiply fractions by whole numbers.

• Provide a quick exit ticket: "What is 3/4 × 5?"

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Assessment

• Formative: During guided practice, observe student participation and correct understanding.

• Summative: Multiplying Fractions Worksheet (10 questions) to be completed at home and submitted the next day for grading.

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Homework/Assignments

• Complete the Multiplying Fractions Worksheet for additional practice (due tomorrow).

• Challenge problem: "If 4/5 of a ribbon is 3 times longer, how long is the ribbon now?"

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Differentiation (for diverse learners)

• For struggling learners: Provide extra help during independent practice, use larger fraction visuals, and allow peer assistance.

• For advanced learners: Challenge them with word problems involving multiplying fractions by mixed numbers or whole numbers.

• For visual learners: Use fraction strips and the Smartboard throughout the lesson to visually reinforce concepts.

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Reflection

• What went well: Students were engaged during the warm-up and used fraction strips effectively.

• What to improve: Spend more time on simplifying fractions, as some students struggled with this step.

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