Spring Multiplication Math Station and Flash Cards

This spring multiplication math activity allows Grade 2 and Grade 3 students to practice multiplication facts with a flower theme. Students will use repeated addition, array or area models, and draw pictures to solve multiplication problems up to 12 X 12.

What is Included:

• Multiplication Anchor Chart that shows the different strategies for solving multiplication problems.

• Multiplication Mat for students to fill in the different multiplication strategies on their own.

• Multiplication Chart for problems up to 12 X 12

• Multiplication Cards for multiplication problems up to 12 X 12

• Optional Recording Page

Strategies included on Multiplication Mat:

• Number Sentences

• Draw It

• Repeated Addition

• Grouping

• Array or Area Model

How to Use:

Students will be given a multiplication mat or chart to use while solving the multiplication facts on each card. An optional recording sheet is available for students to record their answers for grading purposes.

When to Use

• Math Centre - The mats and multiplication fact cards can be placed in a math centre for students to complete.

• Small Group Activity - Teachers can pull small groups of students who need extra help with learning multiplication facts.

• Morning Baskets or Tubs - This activity can be placed in a bin and placed out for students to work on as their classmates arrive to class.

• Task Box - These multiplication fact cards can be easily stored in a task box. This allows teachers to easily set up the activity and store it when it is not in use.

• Flash Cards - The multiplication cards also make great flash cards for practicing multiplication fact fluency or as cards for multiplication games.

This multiplication math station requires little prep for teachers to create for students. The cards for this activity simply need to be printed and cut apart before being used in the desired location.