Long Division

Long Division

We are fully into our unit on long division. 

We are working on our division vocabulary and identifying the different ways to represent and solve division problems.

   

We have learned multiple ways to divide. We have looked at division using arrays, base ten blocks, big seven method, and standard algorithm. 

Division with arrays:

Base Ten division:

Big Seven Method:

Standard Algorithm:

Here is a link that will walk you through the big seven method:

Big Seven Explanation

Below is the image that we use to describe big seven.

Big seven keeps place value in division and allows kiddos to solve division problems when they don't have a great grasp of multiplication facts. This makes long division seem easier for the kiddos!

We have also looked at division using the standard algorithm. I am sure you are all familiar with the standard method, but it can sometimes make division difficult because of the removal of place value.
Here is a link that will walk you through the standard algorithm.

Standard Method Review

Below is an image of the notes we have taken regarding the standard algorithm.

As you know, I do not have one way that I require kiddos to solve problems. I want them to do the method that works the best FOR THEM. Have your kiddo show you what method they like the best!

Here are some games to practice these skills:

Pony Pull Division

Demolition Division

Puzzle Pics Division

Dino Park Division

Missing Digits Division

Please let me know if you have any questions!