Arrays

Arrays

Yesterday we began discussing arrays. This will eventually lead us into bigger multiplication. We just discussed what an array looks like (equal rows and columns), the dimensions, and how we find the number of objects in the array without counting each one individually.

This is never a hard concept for the kids to grasp. Usually the only challenge they have is forgetting to count "Mr. Popular." This is what I call that little guy in corner. We have to remember he's super popular, and both the rows and the columns want him in their groups. So he must be counted with the rows, and with the columns! 

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