teaching resource

Multiplication Arrays Mini-Book

Updated: 21 Nov 2023

Teach your students about multiplication and array models with this printable mini-book.

Editable: Google Slides
Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 1 Page
Years: 2 - 3

Curriculum

VC2M3A03

Recall and demonstrate proficiency with multiplication facts for 3, 4, 5 and 10; extend and apply facts to develop the related division facts <ul> <li>using concrete or virtual materials, groups and repeated addition to recognise patterns and establish the 3, 4, 5 and 10 multiplication facts; for example, using the language of ‘3 groups of 2 equals 6’ to develop into ‘3 twos are 6’ and extend to establish the 3 × 10 multiplication facts and related division facts</li> <li>recognising that when they multiply a number by 5, the resulting number will either end in a 5 or a zero; and using a calculator or spreadsheet to generate a list of the multiples of 5 to develop the multiplication and related division facts for fives</li> <li>practising calculating and deriving multiplication facts for 3, 4, 5 and 10, explaining and recalling the patterns in them and using them to derive related division facts</li> <li>systematically exploring algorithms used for repeated addition, comparing and describing what is happening, and using them to establish the multiplication facts for 3, 4, 5 and 10; for example, following the sequence of steps, the decisions being made and the resulting solution, recognising and generalising any emerging patterns</li> </ul>

teaching resource

Multiplication Arrays Mini-Book

Updated: 21 Nov 2023

Teach your students about multiplication and array models with this printable mini-book.

Editable: Google Slides
Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 1 Page
Years: 2 - 3

Teach your students about multiplication and array models with this printable mini-book.

What Is an Array Model?

Are you teaching your students about different multiplication strategies this year? Chances are you have plans to teach your students about many different methods, such as equal groups, skip counting, using a number line, and more. One method commonly used by students learning about the basics of multiplication is how to use an array. So, what exactly is an array model? Check out a quick primer from our teacher team!

An array model is a visual representation used in maths to organise and understand multiplication (and division, too!). It’s an arrangement of objects put into rows and columns, forming a rectangular shape.

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If we look at the array model above, it shows 4 rows (going side to side) and 5 columns (going up and down). After filling in the rows and columns to make a grid-like figure, the total shows 20 hearts.

Teach Your Students About an Array! Maths Made Easy!

If you are looking for a simple way to teach your students about arrays, you have come to the right place! Teach Starter has created a mini-book for you to use with your multiplication unit. This teacher-created resource has the following components:

What are arrays?
Colouring arrays in a grid
Practise drawing an array with objects
Understanding flipped arrays
Matching multiplication equations with array models

How To Get Your Multiplication Array Mini-Book

To get your hands on this multiplication resource, head on over to the green download button! Here, you will find the quick-print PDF file and the editable Google Slides document. If selecting the Google Slides option, please note that you will first be prompted to make a copy of the resource to your personal drive before accessing it.

To assemble the mini-book, simply cut the pages in half, assemble the pages on top of each other, and staple along the left-hand side to secure.

This resource was created by Brittany Kellogg, a Teach Starter Collaborator.

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Curriculum

VC2M3A03

Recall and demonstrate proficiency with multiplication facts for 3, 4, 5 and 10; extend and apply facts to develop the related division facts <ul> <li>using concrete or virtual materials, groups and repeated addition to recognise patterns and establish the 3, 4, 5 and 10 multiplication facts; for example, using the language of ‘3 groups of 2 equals 6’ to develop into ‘3 twos are 6’ and extend to establish the 3 × 10 multiplication facts and related division facts</li> <li>recognising that when they multiply a number by 5, the resulting number will either end in a 5 or a zero; and using a calculator or spreadsheet to generate a list of the multiples of 5 to develop the multiplication and related division facts for fives</li> <li>practising calculating and deriving multiplication facts for 3, 4, 5 and 10, explaining and recalling the patterns in them and using them to derive related division facts</li> <li>systematically exploring algorithms used for repeated addition, comparing and describing what is happening, and using them to establish the multiplication facts for 3, 4, 5 and 10; for example, following the sequence of steps, the decisions being made and the resulting solution, recognising and generalising any emerging patterns</li> </ul>

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