The workbook "Multiplication and Mental Math" continues the practice of multiplication. Kids will be reminded to practice multiplication as repeated addition, helping students understand it as a way to calculate totals by grouping quickly. The pages will encourage fluency with multiplication facts, such as the 2s, 3s, 5s, and 10s tables.

Learning to use mental math for multiplication in third grade lays the foundation for developing strong numerical fluency and problem-solving skills. At this age, students are transitioning from basic arithmetic to more complex mathematical concepts, and being able to perform calculations mentally enhances their confidence and speed in handling numbers. Mental multiplication helps students to recognize patterns, understand number relationships, and improve their ability to estimate and approximate.