Math Magic Time!

Let’s learn how to multiply step by step:

1. First comes the first number. This is how many items are in one group.
2. Then comes the second number. This tells us how many groups we need.
3. Finally comes the third number. This adds even more groups to our pile!

We keep multiplying each time, just like hopping from stone to stone across a river. One hop leads to the next, and soon you’re all the way across!

Here’s an example:

Sarah has 3 boxes. Each box has 4 packs of stickers. And each pack has 5 stickers. How many stickers does Sarah have in total?

Step 1: Multiply the first two numbers: 3 boxes × 4 packs = 12 packs.

Step 2: Now multiply that answer by the third number: 12 packs × 5 stickers = 60 stickers!

So Sarah has 60 stickers in total!

Tips for Parents:

• Use real-life objects like toys, candies, or blocks to show multiplication as “groups of.”
• Make it fun! Sing songs about numbers while solving problems together.
• Encourage repetition but take breaks so kids don’t feel overwhelmed. Practice makes perfect!
• Celebrate small wins—every correct answer is a reason to cheer!