Arrays and Repeated Addition
Are your students beginning to explore multiplication concepts? Our free printable worksheet, Arrays and Repeated Addition, is a great way to introduce young learners in Grade 1 and Grade 2 to the foundational skills of multiplication through visual learning.
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This hands-on activity helps students connect repeated addition with array structures, making it easier to understand how multiplication works in a real, visual way.
What’s Included in the Worksheet?
The worksheet features 9 different arrays. For each array, students are guided through the following steps:
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Draw a circle around each column in the array.
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Count how many objects are in one column.
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Write a repeated addition sentence underneath to show the total (e.g., 3 + 3 + 3 = 9).
By completing these steps, students get a chance to visualise the concept of equal groups and understand how repeated addition leads to multiplication.
Why Use This Worksheet?
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Builds a strong foundation in multiplication using arrays.
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Supports visual learners with clear and simple layouts.
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Perfect for maths centres, homework, or small group instruction.
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No prep required—just print and go!
A Simple Way to Introduce Multiplication
Understanding arrays and repeated addition is an important early step in learning multiplication. This worksheet helps students grasp this concept in a concrete way by encouraging them to see and count equal groups before moving on to formal multiplication.
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