Multiplication and Division (2) - Multiply 3-digits by 1-digit - Worksheet

The worksheet is designed to help children practice the skill of short multiplication, specifically multiplying 3-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers. To aid in their understanding, children use counters to visualize the multiplication process, reinforcing the concept of repeated addition. After performing the short multiplication, students are encouraged to check their answers by considering the repeated addition of the 3-digit number the number of times indicated by the 1-digit multiplier. The worksheet provides a structured approach, with blank spaces in a chart that students must fill in to represent the calculations accurately. They are reminded that when a column accumulates ten or more counters, they must exchange these for a higher-value counter, reinforcing the concept of carrying over in multiplication.

Further activities on the worksheet include completing missing parts of calculations and using reasoning skills to solve word problems. For example, one problem asks students to calculate the total number of sweets in a shop, given the number of packets and sweets per packet. Another scenario involves an ice cream store with several freezers, each containing a certain number of ice-lollies, and students must determine the total number of ice-lollies. Additionally, the worksheet presents a real-life application by asking students to calculate the combined wealth of two individuals, Marco and Elaine, given that Elaine has three times as much money as Marco. These exercises not only enhance fluency and precision in multiplication but also help students apply mathematical concepts to everyday situations.