Lesson Plan: Registers

Grade: 7

Subject: Mathematics

Duration: 45 minutes

Introduction: - Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever been to a store and seen the cashier using a machine to scan items and calculate the total amount to be paid. - Explain that the machine used by the cashier is called a register, and it helps keep track of sales, calculate totals, and provide receipts. - Tell students that in today’s lesson, they will learn about registers, how they work, and how to use them.

Lesson Outline:

1. Understanding Registers (10 minutes) a. Show a short video explaining what registers are and how they work. [Video Resource: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12345] b. Discuss the video and ask students to share their understanding of registers. c. Explain the different components of a register, such as the display, buttons, and receipt printer.

2. Using Registers (15 minutes) a. Show a video demonstration of a cashier using a register to scan items, enter prices, and calculate the total. [Video Resource: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67890] b. Discuss the steps involved in using a register, including scanning items, entering prices, and calculating the total. c. Provide examples of different scenarios where students can practice using registers, such as buying groceries or school supplies.

3. Questioning and Discussion (10 minutes) a. Engage students in a discussion by asking questions like:

   • What are the advantages of using registers in stores?
   • How can registers help in keeping track of sales?
   • Can you think of any situations where using a register would be helpful? b. Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas, and facilitate a class discussion.

Assessment: - Distribute a worksheet to students to assess their understanding of registers. [Worksheet Resource: [Insert link to worksheet resource]] - The worksheet should include questions related to the components of a register, steps involved in using a register, and scenarios where registers are used. - Review the completed worksheets to assess individual student understanding.

Differentiation: - For students who need additional support, provide a simplified version of the worksheet with fewer questions or provide extra examples during the lesson. - For students who grasp the concept quickly, challenge them with additional questions or scenarios that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Plenary: - Summarize the key points covered in the lesson, emphasizing the importance of registers in stores and their role in keeping track of sales and providing accurate totals. - Ask students to reflect on what they have learned and share one thing they found interesting or useful about registers. - Encourage students to think about how registers are used in their daily lives and how they can apply this knowledge in real-world situations.

Video Resources: 1. What is a Cash Register? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12345] 2. Using a Cash Register - Demonstration [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67890]

Worksheet Resource: [Insert link to worksheet resource]