Count how many are in one row. Every row has the same number, so add that number once for each row: 3 rows of 4 is 4 + 4 + 4 = 12.
arrayobjects in equal rows and columns
rowa line going across
columna line going down
repeated additionadding the same number again and again
Watch for: Adding the number of rows and the number in each row (3 + 4). Writing too many or too few addends for the rows. Mixing up rows and columns in the addition.
At home: Look for arrays at home: egg cartons, muffin tins, window panes. Ask how many in a row, how many rows and how many in all.
Sample sheet and answer key
Freddie's Frog Pond
Grade 2 · Arrays and repeated addition · 2.OA.C.4
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Freddie the frog lives in a busy pond full of bugs, lily pads and friends. Solve each problem to help Freddie out!
Add the rows
Write how many are in each row, then add them up.
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Picture it
Draw the array in your head, or on the back.
3 rows of 4 =4 rows of 2 =2 rows of 3 =5 rows of 3 =
Sheet
Freddie's Frog Pond
Grade 2 · Arrays and repeated addition · 2.OA.C.4
Answer key
Freddie the frog lives in a busy pond full of bugs, lily pads and friends. Solve each problem to help Freddie out!
Add the rows
Write how many are in each row, then add them up.
5+5=10
2+2=4
2+2+2=6
4+4+4+4+4=20
3+3+3+3+3=15
5+5+5+5=20
Picture it
Draw the array in your head, or on the back.
3 rows of 4 =124 rows of 2 =82 rows of 3 =65 rows of 3 =15
Answer key
New problems every time, three levels (gentle, core and stretch), themes to pick from, a second page if you want one. Each sheet comes with an answer key and a one-page guide for grown-ups.