Understanding Division
Division is like sharing equally!
When you divide, you're splitting a larger number into equal parts. For example, if you have 12 cookies and want to share them equally with 3 friends, you'd divide 12 by 3 to find that each person gets 4 cookies.
How to Divide by 1-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 that from your current number
4️⃣ Bring down: Bring down the next digit and repeat!
Let's Practice Together!
Example 1: 84 ÷ 4
Let's break it down step by step:
- 4 goes into 8 times (4 × 2 = 8)
- Subtract: 8 - 8 =
- Bring down the 4: now we have
- 4 goes into 4 times (4 × 1 = 4)
- Final answer:
Example 2: 126 ÷ 3
Try this one on your own first, then check each step:
What is 126 ÷ 3?
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use real-life examples: Have your child divide snacks, toys, or other household items to make division tangible.
- Practice with remainders: Once they're comfortable, introduce problems that don't divide evenly to challenge them.
- Celebrate mistakes: Wrong answers are learning opportunities! Help them understand where they went wrong.