Space Explorers: Mastering the 8 Times Table!

Mathematics Grades 4th Grade 1:39 Video
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Lesson Description

Embark on an intergalactic adventure to learn and master the 8 times table! Join alien explorers as we skip count by 8 and discover the multiples of 8 in a fun and engaging way.

Video Resource

8 Times Table Song | Skip Counting by 8 Multiplication Song

Math Songs by NUMBEROCK

Duration: 1:39
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Key Concepts

  • Multiples of 8
  • Skip counting
  • Multiplication facts

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to accurately skip count by 8 up to 96.
  • Students will be able to recall and recite the multiples of 8.
  • Students will be able to identify patterns in the 8 times table.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what they already know about multiplication and the number 8. Introduce the concept of skip counting as a way to learn multiplication facts. Briefly introduce the video and its space theme to pique their interest.
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the '8 Times Table Song' video. Encourage students to sing along and pay attention to the skip counting.
  • Discussion (5 mins)
    After the video, discuss the multiples of 8 that were presented. Ask students to share their favorite parts of the video and what helped them remember the multiples.
  • Activity: Number Line Skip Counting (10 mins)
    Provide students with a number line from 0 to 100. Have them circle every 8th number, starting from 0, to visually represent skip counting by 8. Reinforce that these circled numbers are the multiples of 8.
  • Activity: 8 Times Table Chart (10 mins)
    Guide students to create a multiplication chart for the 8 times table. They should fill in the chart by skip counting or using their knowledge of multiplication. This will reinforce the relationship between multiplication and skip counting.
  • Wrap Up (5 mins)
    Review the multiples of 8 one last time as a class. Ask students if they have any questions. Preview upcoming lessons on other multiplication tables.

Interactive Exercises

  • 8 Times Table Bingo
    Create bingo cards with multiples of 8 (up to 96). Call out multiplication problems (e.g., 8 x 3). Students mark the corresponding multiple on their cards. First to bingo wins!
  • Online Game - Multiplication
    There are many online games that help students practice their multiplication skills. Allow students to practice what they learned with digital games.

Discussion Questions

  • What is skip counting, and how does it help us learn multiplication?
  • What are some patterns you notice in the 8 times table?
  • Can you think of real-world situations where knowing the 8 times table might be helpful?

Skills Developed

  • Multiplication fact recall
  • Skip counting
  • Pattern recognition
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What is 8 x 3?

Correct Answer: 24

Question 2:

What is the missing number: 8, 16, __, 32?

Correct Answer: 24

Question 3:

Which of these is NOT a multiple of 8?

Correct Answer: 36

Question 4:

What is 8 x 7?

Correct Answer: 56

Question 5:

What is 8 x 9?

Correct Answer: 72

Question 6:

What is 8 x 5?

Correct Answer: 40

Question 7:

What is 8 multiplied by 11?

Correct Answer: 88

Question 8:

What is 8 x 12?

Correct Answer: 96

Question 9:

Which one is the correct skip count of 8?

Correct Answer: 8, 16, 24, 32

Question 10:

If you have 8 groups of 4, how many do you have in total?

Correct Answer: 32

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

8 x 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 16

Question 2:

8 x 4 = ______

Correct Answer: 32

Question 3:

8 x 6 = ______

Correct Answer: 48

Question 4:

8 x 8 = ______

Correct Answer: 64

Question 5:

8 x 10 = ______

Correct Answer: 80

Question 6:

8 x 1 = ______

Correct Answer: 8

Question 7:

8 x 11 = ______

Correct Answer: 88

Question 8:

The number after 56 when skip counting by 8 is _______.

Correct Answer: 64

Question 9:

The multiple of 8 that comes before 24 is ______.

Correct Answer: 16

Question 10:

If you have six groups of 8, you have ______ in total.

Correct Answer: 48

Educational Standards

4.N.2.1:Demonstrate fluency with multiplication and division facts with factors up to 12. 4.A.1.1:Create an input/output chart or table to represent or extend a numerical pattern. 4.A.1.2:Describe the single operation rule for a pattern from an input/output table or function machine involving any operation of a whole number.

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