Multiplying 2-digit and 3-digit numbers with written methods worksheet

For Key Stage 2 students looking to enhance their multiplication skills, a worksheet has been crafted to provide a hands-on learning experience with multiplying 2-digit and 3-digit numbers using written methods. Activity 1 kicks off with a practical task where the child selects a 2-digit number and a single digit from 1 to 12. They are then instructed to record and perform the multiplication calculation, using a variety of apparatus such as counters, bricks, or straws to aid their understanding. To ensure accuracy, they swap calculations with a partner for verification. For a more advanced challenge, the variation involves selecting a 3-digit number and a digit from 2 to 12 to multiply.

Moving on to Activity 2, the children face pre-prepared calculations with missing numbers that require multiplication or division to solve. The use of apparatus is again encouraged to provide tangible support as they deduce the missing figure. An example provided includes finding the unknown value in equations like "Δ x 8 = 24" or "Δ ÷ 4 = 9". The third activity introduces word problems that necessitate multiplication or division. Children are prompted to first use apparatus and pictorial representations to comprehend the problem before writing down the calculation. The overarching objective of these exercises is to solidify the student's ability to multiply 2-digit and 3-digit numbers by a 1-digit number using a formal written layout.