Although division may seem more difficult to students, they should be assured that it's not difficult if they remember that division is the opposite of multiplication. If they know a multiplication fact, they know the corresponding division fact. Remind students that being able to recall the multiplication and division facts quickly will help them when they multiply and divide greater numbers. It will also help them when they are shopping, doing craft projects, participating in sports, and in many other activities.
Division is the inverse, or opposite, of multiplication.
When you use a multiplication table to divide, you can clearly see the relationship between the two operations. You can explore number patterns and other math concepts such as square numbers, skip counting, and even and odd numbers. You don't have to. If you know one fact, you can use the numbers in that fact to find the other facts. Click here to add your suggestions.