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The Nines Finger Trick

Multiplication Facts: 7, 8, 9

Day 38of 180
Week 8of 36
35Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn and master the 9 times multiplication table

2

Use the finger trick method for solving 9s multiplication facts

3

Develop confidence in mathematical problem-solving

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 9:10

“The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. The knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”

— Proverbs 9:10 (WEB)

Just as understanding multiplication builds mathematical wisdom, understanding God builds spiritual wisdom

📦 Materials Needed

  • Hands
  • Multiplication chart
  • Notebook
  • Pencil
  • BibleMouse Resource Guide: Grade 3 Math
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Review previous multiplication strategies and introduce the 'magic' of nines

💭 Review Question: What patterns did we discover in our 7 and 8 times tables?
2Teaching (12 min)

Demonstrate the finger trick for 9 times multiplication

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Every 9 times fact follows a special pattern
  • The result always has digits that add to 9
  • We can use our fingers to help us calculate quickly
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • How might knowing multiplication help us serve God?
  • Why is being prepared and knowledgeable important?
3Activity: Nine Fingers Multiplication Adventure (14 min)
hands-on

Practice the finger trick method for 9 times table

📝 Instructions:
  1. Hold both hands in front of you
  2. For 9 x 4, fold down 4th finger
  3. Count fingers before and after folded finger
  4. Read result: 3 fingers before, 6 after = 36
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Practice only 9 x 1 through 9 x 5

Challenge: Create word problems using 9 times facts

4Closing (4 min)

Recap finger trick method and celebrate learning

📝 Review Questions:
  • What makes the 9 times table special?
  • How can we use our new skill to honor God?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore multiplication with the 12 disciples!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Multiplication is foundational for future mathematical understanding

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be patient and encouraging
  • Use positive reinforcement
  • Practice regularly in short sessions
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children might find the abstract concept challenging

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Comfort and speed with finger trick method

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a multiplication fact art project
  • Play 'Multiplication Bingo' with 9 times facts
  • Use BibleMouse Printables Library for additional worksheets

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