What Does "Product" Mean?
When we multiply two numbers together, the answer is called the product!
Just like 3 × 4 = 12 means the product of 3 and 4 is 12. Today we'll learn how to find different number pairs that give the same product. It's like a multiplication treasure hunt!
How to Find Factor Pairs
1️⃣ Start with 1: 1 × (product) always works!
2️⃣ Check divisibility: See if numbers divide evenly into your target product
3️⃣ Stop at the square root: When the first number gets bigger than the second, you've found them all!
Let's Play with Products!
Product Pairs Game
Can you find all the factor pairs that multiply to make 24?
1 × 24
2 × 12
3 × 8
4 × 6
5 × 5
6 × 4
Mystery Product Challenge
The product of two numbers is 36. One number is 9. What's the other number?
Parent Tips 🌟
- Real-world connections: Point out products in daily life like egg cartons (2×6=12) or cookie sheets (4×6=24) to make learning meaningful.
- Factor rainbows: Help your child visualize factor pairs by drawing rainbow arcs connecting the numbers that multiply to the target product.
- Multiplication bingo: Create bingo cards with products and call out factor pairs for your child to mark the matching products.