Division of Natural Numbers (Lesson 7 of 18)

This lesson plan, from the Contextualize to Learn project at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is an exploration in division of natural numbers. In this lesson, students work in pairs to define division and conceptualize different ways of partitioning and grouping numbers. Additionally, students will solve real world problems using division. This lesson plan includes both student and instructor notes. Additional lessons in the series are available to view separately. This lesson requires the following manipulatives: colored sheets of paper (3 different colors) cut into equal-sized strips.

The expected total time for the lesson is fifty-five minutes.