Multiplying Decimals by Single-Digit Numbers — Interactive Lesson (Ages 10–11)

Do your pupils forget where the decimal point goes? This 25-slide interactive lesson teaches multiplying decimals by single-digit whole numbers, from counters on a place value table to the formal written method.

Multiplying Decimals by Single-Digit Numbers in Year 6 Maths

Pupils learn to multiply numbers with up to two decimal places by whole numbers. They start with counters on a place value table showing tenths and hundredths, working out calculations such as 1.13 × 2 and 2.56 × 3, then apply the skill to problems about weights and costs. The lesson finishes with the formal method, with each step of carrying shown and a reminder to line up the decimal point.

What’s Included

• 25-slide interactive lesson on multiplying decimals
• Learning objective: multiply numbers with up to two decimal places by whole numbers
• Counters on a place value table showing tenths and hundredths
• Word problems on weights and costs
• Step-by-step formal method with carrying, such as 2.33 × 4 = 9.32

Key Benefits for Students

• Builds understanding of decimal place value before the formal method
• Step-by-step carrying shows exactly how the method works
• Real problems make the skill meaningful
• Instant feedback on answer questions

Why Teachers Love It

• No prep — ready for whole-class teaching on an interactive whiteboard
• Self-marking questions support independent practice
• Moves clearly from concrete to written methods
• Suits teaching, revision and homework
• A concise lesson that fits neatly into a single session

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A dependable addition to a Year 6 number topic, giving pupils a secure understanding of how decimals behave when multiplied. Confident decimal multiplication supports later work on measures, money and percentages.

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FAQ

What year group is this for? Year 6 (ages 10–11).

Does it cover the formal written method? Yes — it shows the formal method step by step.

Is it self-marking? Yes, with instant feedback on the questions.