12x - 2x12 CanDoTables Mat

The CanDoTables Mat provides an interactive approach to understanding multiplication and division with the number 12. It is designed to help students visualise and manipulate the concepts of multiplication and division through various methods. The mat invites students to "Draw it" by representing the number 24 using arrays or bars, and to "Derive it" by exploring related multiplication and division facts. The "Deepen it" section encourages critical thinking by dissecting the number 24 into factors and multiples, and understanding the relationship between the two operations.

Students are prompted to fill in the blanks to demonstrate their understanding of multiplication and division, such as completing statements like "__ multiplied by __ is __" and "__ groups of __ is __." They are also asked to apply their knowledge to real-life scenarios, such as calculating the total cost of show tickets or the number of biscuits on each plate when shared equally. The mat includes scaling exercises, where students can explore how numbers change when they are doubled or multiplied by 12, and it challenges them to verify the truth of statements like "204 ÷ 12 = 20." This comprehensive tool, complete with a number line and space for working out calculations, is a valuable resource for students to build their numerical fluency and reasoning skills in a structured and engaging way.