The distributive property is a great tool to help with mental math and simplifying larger multiplication problems. Use this scaffolded resource with your students as an introduction to the distributive property.

Give your students a real-world visual of cars and parking lots as they get comfortable with arrays and the commutative property of multiplication.

The distributive property means you can multiply a sum or difference by multiplying each number separately and then adding or subtracting the products. This worksheet will help your kids apply this important concept and set them up for algebraic success!

This worksheet introduces children to the commutative property, then uses a series of prompts to help them practice it.