Multiplication Facts 2 - Lesson for Grade 3, Chapter - Multiplication Facts
In "Multiplication Facts 2," grade 3 students will delve deeper into the world of multiplication, focusing specifically on multiplying by 2 and the principle of doubling. Through engaging activities such as the "Multiplying 2’s and Doubling Leaves" worksheets, learners will practice and reinforce their skills in multiplying by the number two, understanding how multiplication can be seen as repeated addition. The "Multiplying With Corn Stalks" worksheet will provide a real-world context to multiplication, making the abstract concept more tangible and relatable to everyday experiences. Furthermore, the "Multiplication Mayflower Maze" worksheet will challenge students to apply their knowledge in a fun and interactive setting, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
An especially crucial part of this lesson is understanding the "Commutative Property of Multiplication" through facts for 1 and 2, which teaches students that the order in which two numbers are multiplied does not affect the outcome. This foundational concept is vital for developing flexibility and efficiency in future mathematical problem-solving.
Overall, this lesson aims to build a strong foundation in multiplication by ensuring students are comfortable with initial multiplication facts and understand the underlying principles, setting the stage for more complex mathematical concepts in the future.
Estimated classroom time: 16 min
Chapter: Multiplication Facts
Unit: Multiplication and Division
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1st
3:00 min
Multiplying 2’s and Doubling Leaves Part 1 Worksheet
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2nd
3:00 min
Multiplying 2’s and Doubling Leaves Part 2 Worksheet
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3rd
3:00 min
Multiplying With Corn Stalks Worksheet
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4th
3:00 min
The Multiplication Mayflower Maze Worksheet
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5th
4:00 min
The Commutative Property and Multiplication Facts for 1 and 2
Quiz
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Activity 1 / Multiplying 2’s and Doubling Leaves Part 1 Worksheet
Multiplication simply requires some simple tricks and tips for a person to master it. If your students still struggle with multiplication, use this simple worksheet to help them learn better. When you multiply by 2, you are simply doubling the original number. Help your students follow through the lifecycle of the plant by multiplying. Solve each simple fact by drawing a line to the correct answer on this colorful tracing sheet.
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Activity 2 / Multiplying 2’s and Doubling Leaves Part 2 Worksheet
Multiplication simply requires some simple tricks and tips for a person to master it. If your students still struggle with multiplication, use this simple worksheet to help them learn better. When you multiply by 2, you are simply doubling the original number. Help your students follow through the lifecycle of the plant by multiplying. Solve each simple fact by drawing a line to the correct answer on this colorful tracing sheet.
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Activity 3 / Multiplying With Corn Stalks Worksheet
Planting corn is one of the ways that farmers get their money. Corn is a very versatile crop, and is used in the making of many things. Can your kids tell you some of the things that are made from corn and corn products? In this worksheet, your child can have some fun multiplying with corn stalks. The corns need to be multiplied to double their number for trading. This will bring in more profit for the farmers. Circle the corn stalks that have the correct product.
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Activity 4 / The Multiplication Mayflower Maze Worksheet
Mathematics might not be your student’s’ favorite subject, but they must get through their dislike for the subject and deal with it! The only way to get their little bright minds engaged with some of the tougher parts of mathematics is by using colorful and fun worksheet such as this one. The Mayflower needs our help to make it to Cape Cod. Ask your students to draw a line through all of the correct multiplication facts to help direct the ship to land.
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Activity 5 / The Commutative Property and Multiplication Facts for 1 and 2 - Quiz
Students will be assessed on their ability to apply the commutative property to solve equations and to identify multiplication facts for numbers 1 and 2.
