Find the least common multiple of hotdog packages and bun packages in an interactive that allows pupils to drag and drop a set of four hot dogs into a pack of six buns to find the least common multiple of the sets.

Concepts

common multiples, least common multiple

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use as an instructional tool or have pupils practice working with the tool on their own
• Assign the interactive to Google classroom or set up your class on CK-12 in order to keep progress of their responses

Classroom Considerations

• Requires that all users have a free CK-12 account
• Some of the wording in the challenge questions can be confusing; be sure to clarify or support learners in breaking down the

Pros

• Interactive way to make visual representations for finding least common multiples
• The last question promotes discussion and peer thinking 

Cons

• None

Common Core

6.NS.B.4