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Area Model Multiplication Math Centers Math Tiles

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Use area models to make sense of multi-digit multiplication. Students place the digits 0–9 in the missing spaces and use partial products to piece together the completed model.

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Math
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Teaching duration
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Description

Use area models to make sense of multi-digit multiplication. Students place the digits 0–9 in the missing spaces and use partial products to piece together the completed model.

Why use Math Tiles?

  • Make problem solving hands-on by letting students move number tiles and test their ideas.
  • Build flexible thinking as students follow different clues and try more than one strategy.
  • Practice perseverance and build confidence by revising a choice when the first idea doesn’t fit.
  • Give students meaningful independent practice or have partners explain and compare their thinking.
  • Save paper by reusing printed cards and having students record their answers on a separate sheet.

What’s included

  • 30 printable puzzle cards
  • Google Slides version with movable number tiles
  • Student recording sheet
  • Answer keys
  • Teacher setup tips
  • Printable 0–9 number tiles

How to use it

Use a card with a small group and have students explain how the parts of the model contribute to the whole product. For print, cut out the included number tiles or use a set you already have. In Google Slides, students move the tiles in edit mode.

More Time to Tile puzzles

Keep the same puzzle routine with Multiply 2 by 1 Math Tiles or Multiply 2 by 2 Math Tiles.

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V S-W

Fantastic resource. Thank you for including a few examples. Would it be possible to get a few more examples? These will absolutely be a great resource in my 7th grade classroom.

Teacher Thrive

Thanks so much for your purchase. I will definitely include some more example as I use them in the future. These are SO open-ended, that the possible applications are endless.

Questions & Answers (3)

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Salli S.

Do you have a bundle for all your tile centers?
Thanks.

Teacher Thrive

We no longer offer this bundle on TpT because it became too difficult to manage, and teachers didn't get instant access to their purchases. We were able to automate the build-your-own-bundle process in our off-site store, which makes the process a lot easier for teachers and us. If you’d like to receive a discount on multiple math tiles, you can visit https://teacherthrive.com/byob

molly rose kilgore

Are these all 2 x 2 problems? Or are there any 3 x 1 or 4 x 1?

Teacher Thrive

Hello. They are all 2 x 2 and 2 x 1. Three-digit numbers won't fit on the page.

Amy H.

I cannot find the place in your store to by your tiles. I clicked on the here button, but I do see them. Help?

Teacher Thrive

Hi Amy! I am no longer selling those on TpT. However, I do love the tiles from Amazon that are linked in the resource.

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Area Model Multiplication Math Centers Math Tiles

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