Multiplication Finger Chart 2

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Multiplication Finger Chart 2
Math - Memory Work
LevelPrimary
Age5.5+
PrerequisitesMultiplication Finger Chart 1
Materials Multiplication Finger Chart 2
multiplication problem slips
pencil
paper

This material helps the child with memorization of multiplication facts.

Presentation

  1. Compare Multiplication Finger Chart 2 with Multiplication Finger Chart 1. Show that they are similar, but chart 2 has part missing.
  2. Put away Multiplication Finger Chart 1, and bring out the paper, pencil, and problem slips.
  3. Draw a problem slip and copy it onto the paper.
  4. Put your right finger on the smaller of the two numbers from the problem. Put your left finger on the larger one.
  5. Slide your right finger over to the last number on its row.
  6. Slide your right finger down to the same row as the left finger.
  7. Slide your left finger over to meet the right.
  8. Open your fingers to reveal the answer.
  9. Write the answer on the paper.

Points of Interest

Control of Error

Variations and Extensions

  • The child could also roll two ten-sided dice to create a multiplication problem.

Material

Make Your Own

Printable version:

Multiplication Finger Chart 2 Multiplication Problem Slips (print on yellow card stock)

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