Working Out 2 and 3 Digit Products

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to guide students through the process of multiplication using the box method. It contains six multiplication problems, each with a set of numbers that students are tasked with multiplying together. The first problem is fully solved, showing the detailed steps of the box method, which involves breaking down the numbers into place values and multiplying each separately. Each subsequent problem is accompanied by an empty grid, providing a structured space for students to apply the box method and work out the answers themselves.

The worksheet aims to teach students how to multiply numbers by breaking them into their constituent place values, reinforcing the concept of the distributive property in multiplication. It encourages students to think about numbers in terms of tens, hundreds, and thousands, and to understand how each part contributes to the overall product. By completing the worksheet, students enhance their ability to solve complex multiplication problems and improve their number sense.