Boxing Math - Using the Area Model for Multiplication

A common mistake students make when learning to multiply is treating multiplication like addition, and multiplying ones by ones and tens by tens. In this lesson, your students will avoid that mistake as they learn to use the area model to do double digit multiplication. After group practice, students are taught a game to reinforce their learning.

Resource ID#: 48348 Type: Lesson Plan

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Subject(s): Mathematics

Grade Level(s): 4

Intended Audience: Educators

Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: Area Model, Distributive Property, Associative Property, Commutative Property

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Worksheet, Educational Game

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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