This activity addresses CCSS 2.OA.C.4 where students count dots in an array using repeated addition. This skill lays the foundation for an understanding of multiplication.

Students will be given double-sided counters/dots to complete this activity. They will take five counters in their cupped hands (or a cup), shake them around, pour them onto the desk. Next, they count how many counters are yellow and how...

Use these interactive activities to explore multiplication and patterns.