Give your students meaningful practice with multi-digit multiplication using this set of 32 task cards! Designed for 5th grade (and advanced 4th graders), these clear, engaging cards help students build confidence with 2-digit × 2-digit and 3-digit × 2-digit multiplication through both equations and word problems.

Mastering multi-digit multiplication requires consistent, targeted practice — and these task cards make it easy to provide just that. With a mix of equation-only problems and real-world word problems, this resource gives students the chance to apply multiplication strategies in multiple contexts.

Perfect for math centers, partner work, small-group instruction, or assessment review, these task cards are simple, flexible, and classroom-ready.

What’s Included

A total of 32 Task Cards divided into four problem types:

• 2-digit × 2-digit multiplication (equations only): 8 cards
• 3-digit × 2-digit multiplication (equations only): 8 cards
• 2-digit × 2-digit multiplication (word problems): 8 cards
• 3-digit × 2-digit multiplication (word problems): 8 cards
  

Plus:

• 2 student recording sheets
• Full answer key for quick, accurate grading
  

Why Teachers Love This Resource

• Provides targeted practice for an essential 5th grade math standard
• Supports both procedural fluency and real-world problem solving
• Versatile for whole-group, small-group, stations, scoot, or early finisher work
• Simple, clean design that keeps students focused on the math
• Great for test prep, intervention, or spiraling previously taught content
  

Classroom Use Ideas

• Place cards around the room for a multiplication scoot activity
• Use during math centers or rotations
• Assign specific card sets for differentiation
• Review before unit tests or statewide assessments
• Use in partner practice to encourage math talk and strategy comparison
  

Standards Alignment

Aligned to upper elementary Common Core standards for multi-digit multiplication, including 5.NBT.B.5 and supporting 4.NBT.B.5.