Lesson for Middle School
Multiplication
as Scaling
Lesson Outline
Introduction
Multiplication can make the
number bigger or smaller.
Let's explore together
how it works!
Multiplying
Numbers
When we multiply a number by a whole
number, the value of the number gets larger.
When we multiply a number by a fraction,
the value of the number gets smaller.
2 2x2 2 1
2x
2
After multiplying the apples by 2, After getting one-half of the apple,
the number of apples becomes 4. the number of apples becomes 1.
Let’s Review
A fraction greater than 1 A fraction less than 1
has a numerator greater has a numerator less
than the denominator. than the denominator.
7 4
4 7
Multiplying by a Fraction
greater than 1
3
4x =6
4 2
3
Multiplying 4 2 by means having 3 groups of 4. Then, getting half of it.
Multiplying by a Fraction
greater than 1
We can see that from 4, it increases to 6.
4 6
When we multiply a number by a fraction
greater than 1, the number increases.
Multiplying by a Fraction
less than 1
3
4 4x =3
4
3
Multiplying 4 by means having 3 groups of 4. Then, getting the fourth of it.
4
Multiplying by a Fraction
less than 1
We can see that from 4, it decreases to 3.
4 3
When we multiply a number by a number less than 1, the number decreases.
Which fractions, when
multiplied from 10, will result
5 3
in a higher number?
4 8
Which one will result
in a lower number?
9 2
10 5
Summary
In multiplying a
number by a
fraction,
if the fraction is greater if the fraction is less
than 1, the value than 1, the value
will increase. will decrease.
Assignment
Aside from visual models, what are
other ways to show the change
in values when a number is multiplied
by a fraction greater than or less than 1?
References
Mathspace. “8.02 Multiplication as scaling | Grade 5 Math | Common Core 5 - 2022 Edition.”
Accessed 10 June 2023,[Link]
1091/topics/Topic-21216/subtopics/Subtopic-274739/?searchString=
Mathspace. “8.03 Fractions of a quantity | Grade 5 Math | Common Core 5 - 2022 Edition.”
Accessed 10 June 2023, [Link]
1091/topics/Topic-21216/subtopics/Subtopic-274740/?searchString=
Mathspace. “8.04 Multiples of unit fractions| Grade 5 Math | Common Core 5 - 2022 Edition.”
Accessed 10 June 2023, [Link]
1091/topics/Topic-21216/subtopics/Subtopic-274741/?searchString=
Mathspace. “8.05 Multiply fractions by whole numbers | Grade 5 Math | Common Core 5 - 2022 Edition.”
Accessed 10 June 2023, [Link]
1091/topics/Topic-21216/subtopics/Subtopic-274742/?searchString=
Scaling
Superpower!
Poster Making Activity
Instructions:
Introduce scaling through multiplication.
Design a poster illustrating how multiplying
a number by a fraction greater than 1 or
less than 1 affects the product's value.
Multiplying Fraction
and Whole Numbers
Whiteboard Activity
What happens when we
multiply a number by a
fraction greater than 1?
• Add diagrams or illustrations.
• Label important parts
Write a short explanation
related to the illustration.
Place equations here.
Include a footer for references, legends, and other footnotes.
What happens when we
multiply a number by a
fraction less than 1?
• Add diagrams or illustrations.
• Label important parts
Write a short explanation
related to the illustration.
Place equations here.
Include a footer for references, legends, and other footnotes.
Let's explore the multiplication of fractions and whole numbers.
Find the product of the given values using the number line.
2
4x
Step 1 Locate
2
on the number line. 3
3
0 1
MARK THE
How many equal parts should 1 unit be divided into? WHOLE NUMBERS
2
Step 2 Locate 4 x on the number line.
3
0 1
USE THE ARROWS TO EMPHASIZE
THE NUMBER OF JUMPS
2 ?
4x =
3 ?
Let’s Recap:
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Elaborate on what you want to discuss
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Elaborate on what you want to discuss
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Resource Page
Use these design resources in
your Canva presentation.
Fonts
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uses the following free fonts:
Titles: Exo 2
Headers: Exo 2
Body: Montserrat
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