The distributive property is a great tool to help with mental math and simplifying larger multiplication problems. Use this scaffolded resource with your students as an introduction to the distributive property.

Children will enjoy using arrays to learn about the commutative property of multiplication in this playful hands-on worksheet.

If your child scratches their head when it comes to the associative property of multiplication, this worksheet is sure to clear things up!

This worksheet introduces children to the commutative property, then uses a series of prompts to help them practice it.

The associative property means you can rearrange the numbers in a multiplication problem and still get the same answer. Students will practice applying this property in various forms and thinking critically about the important math concept.

The distributive property means you can multiply a sum or difference by multiplying each number separately and then adding or subtracting the products. This worksheet will help your kids apply this important concept and set them up for algebraic success!

Use these vocabulary cards with the EL Support Lesson: Justifying the Distributive Property.

Use this glossary with the EL Support Lesson: Justifying the Distributive Property.

Give your students a real-world visual of cars and parking lots as they get comfortable with arrays and the commutative property of multiplication.