Exploring the Area Model for 3rd Grade Multiplication

The video tutorial introduces the concept of using area models to solve multiplication problems. It begins by explaining the definition of area and how it relates to multiplication. The instructor provides examples of area models, demonstrating how to identify factors and products. The tutorial progresses to more advanced examples, including larger numbers, and emphasizes efficient multiplication strategies like skip counting. The video concludes with a summary of the key concepts and encourages students to use area models for multiplication.

What is the definition of area?

• The width of a rectangle

• The length of a rectangle

• The perimeter of a rectangle

• The total number of square units needed to cover a surface

In the multiplication sentence 2 times 4 equals 8, what are the factors?

• 2 and 8

• 4 and 2

• 4 and 8

• 2 and 4

What is the product in the multiplication sentence 4 times 3?

• 12

• 7

• 3

• 4

How many units tall is the rectangle in the example 2 times 3?

• 6

• 5

• 2

• 3

What is unique about the multiplication sentence 2 times 2?

• It forms a square

• It forms a triangle

• It forms a circle

• It forms a pentagon

How many squares are there in a hundreds grid?

• 10

• 50

• 200

• 100

What is the product of 5 times 4?

• 20

• 25

• 15

• 10

What is the product of 6 times 6?

• 30

• 48

• 36

• 42

What shape is formed by the multiplication sentence 6 times 6?

• Triangle

• Square

• Circle

• Rectangle

What are the factors in the multiplication sentence 6 times 2?

• 2 and 6

• 6 and 2

• 2 and 12

• 6 and 12