Multiplication Examples In the World Around You
Look for examples of multiplication in the world around you.
Example: A Box of Eggs
There are 2 rows of 6:
- you can count 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12
- but it is easier to do 2 × 6 = 12
Arrays (Rows × Columns)
When objects are in neat rows and columns, we call it an array.
rows × columns = total
Example: Tiles
If there are 5 rows of 7 tiles, then there are 5 × 7 = 35 tiles altogether.
What to Do
Sketch the multiplication you find, and show how it is easier to multiply than to count.
Look for things like ice cubes in a tray, chocolates in a box, tiles on a wall, paving stones, and so on.
| Your Example | Your Sketch | The Multiplication |
| __ × __ = ___ | ||