Forward Plan for Mathematics: Number, Money, and Measure - Horse Race

Desired Outcome: Having explored the patterns and relationships in multiplication and division, I can investigate and identify the multiples and factors of numbers.

Level: Second Level (Scottish Curriculum)

Week 1: Topic: Introduction to Multiples and Factors - Introduce the concept of multiples and factors through real-life examples, such as counting money or measuring distances. - Engage students in a horse race activity where they calculate the distances covered by different horses and identify the multiples and factors involved. - Provide opportunities for students to work in pairs or small groups to identify multiples and factors of given numbers.

Week 2: Topic: Multiples and Factors in Horse Racing - Continue exploring the concept of multiples and factors in the context of horse racing. - Introduce the idea of prime numbers and composite numbers, highlighting their significance in determining the performance of horses in a race. - Engage students in a horse race simulation activity where they analyze the factors and multiples of different horses to predict the winner.

Week 3: Topic: Investigating Multiples and Factors - Provide students with a range of number problems related to horse racing, where they need to identify the multiples and factors involved. - Encourage students to use different strategies, such as creating factor trees or using multiplication tables, to find the multiples and factors efficiently. - Engage students in group discussions and presentations to share their findings and strategies.

Week 4: Topic: Patterns and Relationships in Multiplication and Division - Review the patterns and relationships in multiplication and division, focusing on how they relate to multiples and factors. - Provide opportunities for students to explore different multiplication and division strategies, such as using arrays, skip counting, or the distributive property. - Engage students in problem-solving activities related to horse racing, where they need to apply their understanding of patterns and relationships to find solutions.

Week 5: Topic: Consolidation and Assessment - Review the concepts of multiples, factors, prime numbers, and composite numbers through various activities and games. - Provide opportunities for students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-life scenarios, such as calculating the costs of horse racing events or determining the distances covered by different horses. - Conduct an assessment to evaluate students’ understanding of the desired outcome: investigating and identifying the multiples and factors of numbers in the context of horse racing.

Note: This forward plan is designed to be flexible and can be adapted based on the specific needs and pace of the students. It is important to provide ample opportunities for students to engage in hands-on activities, collaborative learning, and problem-solving tasks to enhance their understanding of the desired outcome.