MAP 2nd Grade Math

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Multiplication Foundations

What Is Multiplication?

Multiplication is a quick way to add equal groups together. In 2nd grade, you will start by making equal groups and skip counting.

Arrays and Groups

Draw arrays (rows and columns) to show multiplication. For example, 3 rows of 4 makes 12.

When to Use Multiplication

Use multiplication when you want to find out how many in all when you have equal groups, like boxes of crayons or bunches of flowers.

Practice

Keep practicing skip counting by 2s, 5s, and 10s to get ready for bigger multiplication problems!

Examples

  • 3 groups of 5 apples is 15 apples.

  • If you have 4 bags with 2 marbles in each, you have 8 marbles.

In a Nutshell

Learn how to add equal groups together using multiplication.

Key Terms

Array
A set of objects arranged in rows and columns.
Skip Counting
Counting by a number other than 1, like 2, 4, 6, 8...
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