Teaching multi-digit multiplication can sometimes be challenging for both teachers and students. Students need opportunities to practice the algorithm while also seeing how multiplication is used in real-world situations.

This resource uses community-based word problems connected to topics such as food pantries, community gardens, park cleanups, and book drives. Each activity begins with a short reading and drawing prompt to help students understand the real-life situation before solving the math tasks. This approach encourages students to connect reading, discussion, and mathematical reasoning while practicing multiplication.

Included in this resource:
• 5 Reading & Drawing Activities
• 9 Math Tasks
• 5 Homework Handouts
• Answer Key