Investigate the various properties of the number six with this elementary math lesson. From simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems to the creation of hexagonal tessellations, this lesson covers all aspects of this simple number. As a lesson, this would best fit in a geometry unit introducing hexagons, but the included worksheet could also stand alone as an option for early finishers.

Concepts

addition, division, hexagons, polygons, multiplication, properties of numbers, mathematical properties, subtraction, tessellations

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Additional Tags

number properties, tesselation, six, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, hexagon, math

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Pros

• Offers ideas for extending learning about the Arctic and the number six
• Engages children with a game that explores the relationship between the numbers on a six-sided die

Cons

• Additional scaffolding required to support learners with creating tessellations

Common Core

3.OA.A.1 3.OA.A.2 3.OA.B.5 3.OA.B.6 3.OA.C.7 3.OA.D.9 3.G.A.1 4.NBT.B.4 4.NBT.B.6 5.G.B.4 MP4 MP7