One of the best representational ways to teach multiplication is through area models! Students connect their previous knowledge of finding area through multiplication of two sides to learn multi digit multiplication. Students also use their understanding of numbers broken down by place value to make multiplication more manageable. Here are practice mats for students to use when learning to use the area model to multiply multi-digit numbers. The following area models are included:

- 2 digit x 1 digit

- 3 digit x 1 digit

- 4 digit x 1 digit

- 2 digit x 2 digit

- 2 digit x 3 digit

Instructions for preparation and use are included!