Step 3 Objective

Extend efficient written methods to long multiplication of TU by TU.


What if pupils find this a barrier?

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TL4Y7 Number 2 N2.1 - Acrobat pdf document (76Kb) is useful.

Multiplication Grid ITP - Zip file (458Kb) can be used for TU × TU and is very useful for whole-class work on using and discussing the grid method.

For guidance on written multiplication refer to the document 'The National Numeracy Strategy: Teaching written calculations – guidance for teachers at key stages 1 and 2' (QCA/99/486) pages 49-55.