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Group work time (12 minutes)
Ask students to think about which words and visuals were really helpful in communicating about solving
multiplication facts. Tell them that they will come up with a list as a class.
Elicit student suggestions and give students the opportunity to explain why they think those words are
important. Have the class work together to determine the eight best words. If they struggle with
suggestions, offer some of the tiered words listed in this lesson's Key Terms section and why you think
they would be good to include.
Distribute two copies of the Vocabulary Cards Template worksheet to each individual and give them
access to reference materials to find definitions. Allow students to work in partnerships or small groups to
create Vocabulary Cards. Prompt them to discuss possible image options for each card.
Additional EL adaptations
BEGINNING
Allow access to reference materials in home language (L1).
Have learners repeat instructions and key vocabulary to the teacher.
Provide a word bank of key terms and phrases for students to use in group and class discussions.
Group students intentionally based on academic and language needs.
ADVANCED
Choose advanced ELs to share their ideas first in group and class discussions.
Have learners repeat instructions and key vocabulary, summarizing important information for the class.
Put students in mixed ability groups so they can offer explanations and provide feedback to beginning
ELs when appropriate.
Assessment (4 minutes)
Give students an index card for an Exit Ticket and display a multiplication expression (e.g., 6 x 7). Have
them choose one of the following sentence frames to complete.
I would solve this expression with the ____ strategy because ____.
The ____ strategy would be most helpful to use here because ____.
I could solve 6 x 7 with the ____ strategy. For example, ____.