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Maths • Classes 1–3

A picnic for twelve

Make equal groups and discover a shortcut to counting.

About 8 minutes Read · try · explain
Take your time. Speak, draw or write your answers.
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01 / UNDERSTAND

Here is what is happening.

Equal groups have the same number in each group. Three groups of four make 4 + 4 + 4 = 12. We can also write 3 × 4 = 12. Check the groups, not just the total.

Pause. Make the idea your own.

Explain one idea to a partner, draw it or write it in your own words. Which part is an observation, an example or a question?

You can use a home language. No need to share personal experiences or finish everything in one sitting.
02 / MAKE IT YOUR OWN

Your little investigation

What you need

Paper and a pencil; draw the flowers instead of picking them.

  1. Draw twelve simple flowers.

  2. Circle four flowers at a time. Count the circles.

  3. Now try groups of three. Tell someone what stayed the same.

03 / CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING

How many flowers are in three groups of four?

Choose one answer
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