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Multiplication Strategy Posters - Properties of Multiplication
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Multiplication Strategy Posters - Properties of Multiplication

This set of three Multiplication Posters highlights core properties of multiplication through simple language, colourful visuals, and examples. Each A4 poster includes a Quick Tip to make the strategy memorable and student-friendly:


     1. Associative Property – Grouping doesn’t change the answer: (2 × 3) × 4 = 2 × (3 × 4)
     2. Commutative Property – Flip the numbers: 6 × 5 = 5 × 6
     3. Distributive Property – Break a number apart: 6 × (2 + 3) = (6 × 2) + (6 × 3)

 


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Learning goals

  • We are learning to solve problems involving modelling addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, using different strategies.
  • We are learning to use a range of strategies to solve addition, subtraction, multiplication and division where there is no remainder.
  • We are learning to use estimation and rounding to check and explain calculations including transactions involving money.
  • We are learning to solve multiplication problems using mental and written strategies and calculators to check our answers.
  • We are learning to use a range of strategies to solve multiplication and division where there is no remainder.
  • We are learning to solve word problems by using number sentences involving multiplication or division where there is no remainder.
  • We are learning to use estimation and rounding to check the reasonableness of answers to calculations.

Curriculum alignment

MA3-5NA old Selects and applies appropriate strategies for addition and subtraction with counting numbers of any size MA3-3WM old Gives a valid reason for supporting one possible solution over another MA3-2WM old Selects and applies appropriate problem- solving strategies, including the use of digital technologies, in undertaking investigations MA3-1WM old Describes and represents mathematical situations in a variety of ways using mathematical terminology and some conventions MA2-1WM old Uses appropriate terminology to describe, and symbols to represent, mathematical ideas MA2-2WM old Selects and uses appropriate mental or written strategies, or technology, to solve problems MA2-3WM old Checks the accuracy of a statement and explains the reasoning used MA2-6NA old Uses mental and informal written strategies for multiplication and division MA2-8NA old Generalises properties of odd and even numbers, generates number patterns, and completes simple number sentences by calculating missing values MA2-AR-01 new Selects and uses mental and written strategies for addition and subtraction involving 2- and 3-digit numbers MA2-PF-01 new Represents and compares halves, quarters, thirds and fifths as lengths on a number line and their related fractions formed by halving (eighths, sixths and tenths) MA2-AR-02 new Completes number sentences involving addition and subtraction by finding missing values MA2-MR-02 new Completes number sentences involving multiplication and division by finding missing values MA2-MR-01 new Represents and uses the structure of multiplicative relations to 10 × 10 to solve problems MA2-RN-02 new Represents and compares decimals up to 2 decimal places using place value MA2-RN-01 new Applies an understanding of place value and the role of zero to represent numbers to at least tens of thousands
VCMNA156 Develop efficient mental and written strategies and use appropriate digital technologies for multiplication and for division where there is no remainder VCMNA162 Solve word problems by using number sentences involving multiplication or division where there is no remainder VCMNA182 Use estimation and rounding to check the reasonableness of answers to calculations VCMNA135 Represent and solve problems involving multiplication using efficient mental and written strategies and appropriate digital technologies

Australian Curriculum covers QLD / SA / WA / NT / TAS / ACT.

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