Understanding Decimal Multiplication

John·

Math

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At a Glance

Grade Level6th Grade

SubjectMath

Original Prompt

create a 3 week unit based on multiplying decimals

This resource focuses on multiplying decimals through various methods, including place value review, area models, and practical applications like money problems and measurements. It begins with a review of place values and introduces concrete models for students to visualize the multiplication of decimals. The material progresses to using grid representations to find the product of decimals, emphasizes the importance of shifting decimal points when multiplying by powers of 10, and incorporates standard algorithms for multiplying decimals. Additionally, it covers real-world applications such as calculating total costs in purchases and finding areas, alongside guided practice and error analysis to ensure understanding of the concepts.