L5 Find Hundredths by Dividing by 100

This Year 4 maths lesson teaches children how to find hundredths by dividing by 100 , building on their prior knowledge of tenths and division. The lesson begins with a recap of finding tenths by dividing by 10 and uses place value counters to visualise how numbers become ten times smaller. Children then explore dividing by 100, learning how the digits move two places to the right on a place value chart while the decimal point remains fixed, with zeros used as placeholders where needed. Activities include solving division questions and recording answers in their maths books, with extra support provided through visual aids such as place value charts and counters. The plenary focuses on comparing decimals using <, >, and = symbols, encouraging discussion and reasoning among peers. Key questions guide children to link division by 100 to fractions and decimals, understand digit movement, and check the reasonableness of their answers. Ideal for teachers looking for a hands-on, visual approach to teaching hundredths, division, and decimals in Key Stage 2.