Guest Blogger: Monique

      As part of our multiplication unit, we have been talking about arrays.  We've colored them on graph paper, created them with cubes, and cut out/labeled array flash cards.  An array is simply a way to "see" multiplication.  Our goal is for them to understand multiplication conceptually and memorize the facts from there.

After cutting out and labeling their array cards, students had to quiz themselves on which they knew and which
combinations they were still working on.  We love when they are aware of their own learning!

     

Examples of multiplication in array form

Monique writes:

"We are practicing arrays with tiny pieces of papers.  We did this to understand multiplication facts. We learned a lot about multiplication and arrays. I chose this because it was very fun!"

Thanks, Monique!  Keep up the good work as we head into our next big THINKING:

DIVISION!