Visual Multiplication with Arrays

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📊 Part 1: Understanding Arrays

1. Look at this array pattern: ● ● ● ● (4 rows of 3 dots each). What multiplication problem does this show?

4 × 3 = 12

3 × 4 = 12

Both answers are correct

2. Draw an array to show 5 × 2. Use dots or circles in your drawing box below:

5 × 2 = _______

3. Complete this array problem step by step:

Problem: 3 × 6

Step 1: I need _____ rows of _____ items each

Step 2: Draw your array below:

Step 3: Count the total: 3 × 6 = _______

4. You have 4 groups with 7 items in each group. Show your work:

Total items: _______

5. Use skip counting to solve 6 × 4. Fill in the pattern:

4, _____, _____, _____, _____, _____

So 6 × 4 = _______

6. Draw or describe a real-life situation where you might use 3 × 8:

7. Solve using any visual method (arrays, groups, or pictures):

a) 4 × 5 = _______

b) 7 × 3 = _______

8. Word Problem: Sarah arranges stickers in 5 rows with 6 stickers in each row. How many stickers does she have in total?

Show your thinking with pictures or numbers:

Answer: _______ stickers

9. Challenge: Create your own multiplication array for 2 × 9, then write a word problem that matches it:

Your word problem: