dividing by 2

Dividing by 2

Let your learners use their knowledge of grouping and sharing to divide by 2; while representing division as an abstract number sentence using the division and equals symbols to reinforce this knowledge.

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Dividing by 2

Ages 5-6

Let your learners use their knowledge of grouping and sharing to divide by 2; while representing division as an abstract number sentence using the division and equals symbols to reinforce this knowledge.
dividing by 2
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By the end of this unit, children will be able to:

  • Use their knowledge of grouping and sharing to divide by 2.
  • Represent division as an abstract number sentence using the division and equals symbols to reinforce this knowledge.

Year 2 Number: Multiplication and division

  • Recall and use multiplication and division facts for the 2, 5 and 10 multiplication tables, including recognising odd and even numbers.
  • Calculate mathematical statements for multiplication and division within the multiplication tables and write them using the multiplication (×), division (÷) and equals (=) signs.
  • Show that multiplication of 2 numbers can be done in any order (commutative) and division of 1 number by another cannot.
  • Solve problems involving multiplication and division, using materials, arrays, repeated addition, mental methods, and multiplication and division facts, including problems in contexts.

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