Multiplication Arrays and Properties

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🎯 WALT (We Are Learning To)

We are learning to understand multiplication arrays and the special properties of ×1 and ×0.

✅ Success Criteria:

• I can arrange objects in arrays to show multiplication
• I can write number sentences for arrays
• I can explain what happens when we multiply by 1 and 0

📊 Part 1: Understanding Arrays

1. Look at this array of stars. Circle the correct number sentence:

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3 × 3 = 9

3 + 3 = 6

3 × 2 = 6

2. Draw an array to show 4 × 1 = 4 in the box below:

3. Which arrays show multiplication by 1? Tick all that apply:

5 rows of 1 dot each

3 rows of 2 dots each

1 row of 7 dots

2 rows of 4 dots each

4. Complete these number sentences:

6 × 1 = ____

1 × 8 = ____

9 × 0 = ____

0 × 5 = ____

🤔 Part 2: Explaining Properties

5. What do you notice when you multiply any number by 1? Explain in your own words:

6. What happens when you multiply any number by 0? Give an example:

7. Group these number sentences by what they have in common. Write "×1 group" or "×0 group" next to each:

7 × 0 = 0 ____________

1 × 4 = 4 ____________

0 × 3 = 0 ____________

6 × 1 = 6 ____________

8. Extension Activity: Create your own word problem that uses multiplication by 1 or 0. Draw an array to match:

🎯 Differentiation Support

For students needing support:
• Use concrete objects (counters, blocks) to create arrays before drawing
• Start with smaller numbers (1-5)
• Focus on one property at a time

For advanced learners:
• Explore patterns with larger numbers
• Create arrays showing both 3×1 and 1×3
• Investigate why multiplication by 0 always equals 0