LEARN MULTIPLICATION AND DIVISION WITH KIDS ACADEMY

Have you ever wondered if is it worthwhile to teach your kids how to multiply and divide numbers by heart when they can easily do it with a smartphone? After all, if they can get the calculations out of the way fast, then they can work on understanding the actual mathematical concept or the problem, right?

Well, it’s not so simple. Despite there being some truth to the latter statement the importance of speed, there are some clear benefits of learning how to multiply and divide numbers, that you would not want your child to miss.

Leaning simple multiplication in the form of multiplication tables, builds memory. The act of rote learning multiplication tables and then being able to recall the answer will do more than just teach your child 2 x 2 = 4.

Instead, it is showing them that their brain is a little computer that can store information. This builds confidence. When children recognize the power of their own minds, they not only get better at using it but also start using it more responsibly. Relying on their own mind is a skill that transfers very well to other disciplines as well.

Learning multiplication is progressive in nature. When a child can do 2 x 3 = 6, he is just a stone’s throw away from 20 x 30 = 600. It is a basic skill and after mastering it a child will begin to form mathematical intuition which pays off in being able to solve complex math problems later.

Furthermore, simple multiplication and division is not just something for the books, it has long term practical benefits, whether it is being able to divide ice-cream money to even wisely allocating their allowance between games and books.

So, in this article we will go over the best manner to teach multiplication and division to your kids. There are three basic progressions to build upon:

1. The first stage is to introduce multiplication and help kids with basic memorization of the product of two simple numbers.

2. The second stage can be to understand the relation between the two functions of multiplication and division.

3. The third stage can be for students who can multiply and divide simple numbers and are learning to apply the concepts to practical problems.

However, the most important thing to keep in mind, is that the modality used should be engaging throughout. This is where the Kids Academy multiplication and division worksheets come in. These are AI embedded worksheets with animated graphics and interesting voice overs. The worksheets are designed to keep the children’s attention hooked and centered on the topic of the worksheet.

Your child can also instantly check their score and get feedback on their learning. The fun, engaging format with instant feedback makes the worksheets at Kids Academy the perfect learning accompaniments. All the worksheets are in open access, you check them out here.

For the first step of introducing multiplication tables and practicing memorization consider worksheets like this bird beak multiplication worksheet. You may guide them through it, or they may finish it independently, the aim is to get the maximum answers right.

For the second stage consider the worksheet below :

This activity draws on their previously mastered skill of multiplication and uses that to teach them division. Once, the kids learn the relationship between these two functions they’ll be amazed at how they can check their own answers too.

For the final step you can introduce the multiplication and division word problems in the form of worksheets. Word problems teach kids to apply mathematical functions to solving real world problems. Whether your kid wants to be an archaeologist or a deep-sea diver, when they see how math can help them there, they’re sure to take a deeper interest in it.

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