Multiplication Word Problems with Pictures, Grades 1-3

Multiplication Picture Problems for Primary Students (Grade 1-3)

Here's a ready-to-print 8 page booklet for your primary students. It introduces the concept of multiplication with simple word problems that can all be solved by drawing pictures! It is made to be easily differentiated: some students may simply draw the pictures and count the answer, while others may try repeated addition, or even start to write multiplication equations.

This product helps young students instinctively grasp the concepts integral to the more complex math skills of multiplication and repeated addition, but at at a developmentally appropriate level. It helps student practice the skill of visualizing mathematical situations.

Sample Questions:

One alien has 4 eyes. How many eyes do 4 aliens have?

One cookie has 5 sprinkles. How many sprinkles do 4 cookies have?

Each problem has 5 levels of differentiation:

1. Drawing a picture

2. Counting to complete a final answer: "4 aliens have ____ eyes"

3. Completing a groups of sentence: " ____ groups of _____ equals ______

4. Writing a repeated addition equation: 4 + 4 + 4 + 4 = 16

5. Writing a multiplication equation: 4 x 4 = 16

• You can assign all five levels or differentiate based on your individual students' needs (for example, the fox math group might do parts A through E and the butterfly math group might do parts A through C).

• Use this resource during whole group instruction or implement it during small group tutorials or even independent work from home.

What's Included:

A total of 9 pages. in PDF format:

Teacher Instructions

Student Booklet Title Page

7 Pages of Word Problems

Grades to Use With:

Because this lesson is designed to be accessible to even the youngest students, it could be used in grades one through grade three. It could also be used in the middle grades in special education settings or for homeschooling.