Lesson Plan
Grades K-2
Multiplying Mice
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Students visually show the growth of a population of mice by contributing to a class chart of “thumbprint mice” and by working with base 10 blocks individually.
Students will be able to:
- Count up to three-digit numbers and represent those numbers visually.
- Represent two and three-digit numbers using place values and base 10 blocks.
- Explain that the reproduction of animal species varies greatly and the number of offspring affects the population of that species.
Features of This Resource
- Opportunity for kinesthetic (tactile) learning
- Math-science integration
How Do I Get This Lesson Plan?
This lesson plan must be purchased as part of a lesson packet or as part of a full curriculum that is available in our store.
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