These colorful flashcards illustrate in array format each multiplication fact from the 6x table (with factors 2-9) to the 9x table (with factors 2-9). Also, by turning each card once to the right, the student can view both array formats for the main multiplication fact and its “turnaround”. There are spaces and blanks to fill out on the flaps that coordinate with each fact. Using the array as a scaffold, the student can easily fill in " ___ rows x __ in each row = " written on the flap as well as filling in another space on the flap to write the actual multiplication fact. The student who becomes confident with these facts can be quizzed on the facts with the flashcard flaps turned down, the answers hidden.

Even though this resource has to do with calculating U.S. coin amounts (pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters)and the value of different coin combinations, you won’t see any money. Instead, visual aids represent the value of each of these coins. A mitten, with one digit (thumb/finger) represents a penny or 1 cent; a glove, with 5 digits (thumb & fingers) represent a nickel or 5 cents; 2 gloves, with a total of 10 digits, represent a dime or 10 cents; and 5 gloves, with 25 digits, represent a quarter. A winter cap represents 0.These visual representations and depicted on colorful playing cards.Diections for the game and scenarios included. Mitten math gives students the opportunity to learn how to count by 1’s, 5’s,10’s and 25’s plus how to apply this knowledge to counting pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters. Perfect for students beginning to learn about money in the primary grades.