Mental multiplication and division worksheet

The activity is designed to enhance the mental multiplication and division skills of children by leveraging their knowledge of number facts. The exercise requires the use of whiteboards and pens, making it an interactive and engaging learning experience. The task begins with the presentation of a number that has multiple factor pairs, prompting the students to identify and write down all the multiplication facts associated with that number. This could include, for example, the number 240 which has several factor pairs such as 20 x 12, 30 x 8, 40 x 6, 60 x 4, 80 x 3, and 2 x 120.

The primary objective of this worksheet is to encourage students to multiply and divide numbers mentally by recalling known facts. This approach not only strengthens their arithmetic skills but also fosters a deeper understanding of the relationship between multiplication and division. By engaging in this activity, children learn to quickly identify factor pairs and appreciate the versatility of numbers in various multiplication scenarios. The worksheet is well-suited for students who are progressing in their mathematical journey and are ready to tackle more complex mental arithmetic challenges.