Multiplication Chart A

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Age

3-6

Materials

  1. Multiplication Chart A (This is the Pythagorean Table).
  2. A box of slips with the multiplication combinations from 1x2 to 10x10.


Preparation


Presentation

  1. Directress shows the child how to use the Chart A.
  2. She takes out a slip, e.g. 4x3.
  3. First, find 4 on the top of the chart, and then find 3 on the right hand side.
  4. Place two fingers on the two numbers and move the fingers, sliding down and along until they meet.
  5. The answer is 12.
  6. Show the child where to record the answer.


Control Of Error

The multiplication board acts as a control of error.

Points Of Interest


Purpose

  • To help the child learn his tables.


Variation

The child works through the slips memorizing the tables through constant repetition.

Handouts/Attachment