What is Division?
Division is like sharing fairly!
When we divide numbers, we're splitting them into equal parts. For example, if you have 24 candies and want to share them equally with 3 friends, you'd divide 24 by 3 to find out how many candies each person gets.
How to Divide 2-digit Numbers
1️⃣ Divide: See how many times the divisor fits into the first digit(s)
2️⃣ Multiply: Multiply the divisor by your answer
3️⃣ Subtract: Subtract to find the remainder
4️⃣ Bring down: Bring down the next digit and repeat!
Let's Practice Together!
Example 1: 48 ÷ 4
4 ⟌48
1. Does 4 fit into 4? Yes, 1 time
2. 4 × 1 = 4
3. 4 - 4 = 0
4. Bring down the 8 → 08
5. 4 fits into 8 exactly 2 times
6. Final answer: 12
Example 2: 72 ÷ 6
6 ⟌72
1. Does 6 fit into 7? Yes, 1 time
2. 6 × 1 = 6
3. 7 - 6 = 1
4. Bring down the 2 → 12
5. 6 fits into 12 exactly 2 times
6. Final answer: 12
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use real objects like candies or toys to demonstrate division as sharing equally - it makes the concept more concrete.
- Practice estimation first - ask "About how many times do you think 6 fits into 72?" before doing the exact calculation.
- Make it a game - create division word problems about their favorite things (sports, animals, etc.) to keep them engaged.