Mathematicians solve six multiple-choice and true or false questions using their knowledge of estimation and multiplying decimals. The interactive provides a garden-themed tool that creates a visual aid of three watering cans to assist in the problem-solving process. A discussion question concludes the practice.  

Concepts

estimation, multiplication, decimal word problems, decimals, multiplying decimals, gardening, rounding, rounding decimals

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Bring the interactive to life—have three large containers or watering cans available for learners to fill as they work through the practice 
• Assign the interactive as a May Do activity, bookmark the link to make locating the site easy for users 
• Send the link home for class members to practice, direct them to answer the discussion question on a classroom blog where they can respond to at least one peer 

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils should know how to multiply and round decimals 
• The interactive requires a free CK-12 account

Pros

• Responses are graded instantly 
• Hints and information is provided if needed 

Cons

• Watering cans do not fill to exact numbers

Common Core

6.NS.B.3