Lesson Title: Multiplying Decimals and Mixed Decimals with Factors up to 2

Decimal Places

Grade Level: Middle School (6th-8th grade)

Duration: 45-60 minutes

Learning Objectives:

1. Students will understand how to multiply decimals and mixed decimals with
factors up to 2 decimal places.
2. Students will be able to solve real-world problems involving multiplication of
decimals.

Materials Needed:

1. Whiteboard and markers

2. Printed worksheets with decimal multiplication problems
3. Calculator (optional)
4. Real-world examples or word problems related to decimal multiplication
5. Individual whiteboards and markers for students (optional)

Lesson Plan:

Introduction (10 minutes):

1. Begin by reviewing what decimals are and why they are used in everyday life.
2. Explain to students that in this lesson, they will learn how to multiply decimals,
including mixed decimals, and apply this knowledge to solve real-world
problems.

Activity 1: Multiplying Decimals (15 minutes):

1. Write a simple decimal multiplication problem on the whiteboard, such as 0.5

x 0.3.
2. Discuss the steps to solve the problem: a. Multiply the whole numbers as if
they were whole numbers (5 x 3 = 15). b. Count the total number of decimal
places in both factors (1 + 1 = 2). c. Place the decimal point in the product so
that it has 2 decimal places from the right (0.15).
3. Provide more examples, gradually increasing the complexity. Encourage
students to solve these problems on their own or in pairs.
4. Have students share their solutions and explain their thought process.

Activity 2: Multiplying Mixed Decimals (15 minutes):

1. Introduce the concept of mixed decimals (e.g., 2.75) by showing examples and
explaining that they consist of both a whole number and a decimal.
2. Write a mixed decimal multiplication problem on the whiteboard, such as 1.25
x 0.4.
3. Guide students through the steps to solve the problem: a. Multiply the whole
numbers (1 x 0 = 0). b. Multiply the whole number and decimal part separately
(1 x 0.4 = 0.4). c. Add the results from step 1 and step 2 (0 + 0.4 = 0.4).
4. Provide more mixed decimal multiplication problems for practice.
5. Allow students to work on these problems independently or in pairs and then
discuss their solutions as a class.

Activity 3: Real-World Problem Solving (10 minutes):

1. Present real-world scenarios that require multiplying decimals, such as

calculating the cost of items with different prices and quantities.
2. Have students work in pairs or small groups to solve these problems using the
multiplication skills they have learned.
3. Ask each group to share their solutions and explain how they arrived at their
answers.

Conclusion and Homework (5 minutes):

1. Summarize the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the steps for multiplying
decimals and mixed decimals.
2. Assign homework exercises or problems related to decimal multiplication for
students to practice at home.
3. Remind students to review their notes and practice regularly to reinforce their
understanding.

Assessment: Assess students' understanding through their participation in

class activities, their ability to solve problems correctly, and their explanations
of their thought processes. Review their homework assignments to gauge
their progress.

Extension: For advanced students, introduce more complex problems

involving multiple decimal multiplications or division of decimals.

Differentiation: Provide extra support for struggling students by offering

additional practice problems or using concrete manipulatives to demonstrate
decimal multiplication. For advanced learners, offer challenging problems with
larger numbers or multi-step calculations.