Suitable for Grades: 3rd Grade, 4th Grade
CCSS: 3.OA.C.7, 4.OA.B.4
CCSS Description: Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
Find all factor pairs for a whole number in the range 1–100. Recognize that a whole number is a multiple of each of its factors. Determine whether a given whole number in the range 1–100 is a multiple of a given one-digit number. Determine whether a given whole number in the range 1–100 is prime or composite.
Designed for upper elementary students, this color-by-number sheet combines the celebration of Diwali with the practice of multiplication. Students will navigate through the 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11 times tables, applying their knowledge to color Rangoli patterns. This activity not only strengthens math skills but also enriches students' understanding of cultural traditions, making it a perfect blend of learning and celebration.