The authors suggest how the patterns in the digits in the multiplication tables may be exploited in the classroom. (MM)

Established methods of teaching multiplication (tables, flash cards, repetitive exercises) do not work well with adult underachievers. The properties and concepts of multiplication of whole numbers must be presented as observable, fun, and practical. Finger math methods may succeed where pencil and paper fail. (SK)

Activities are presented that focus on attributes of numbers. The activities highlight such attributes as more than, equal to, greater than, less than, LCM, prime and factor. The activities provide practice in motivational game-oriented situations. (RH)

A rationale is given for the Russian-peasant algorithm for multiplication indicating why it works as well as how it works. (DT)

In this first of two articles, computational algorithms for multiplication and division which encourage use of one operation at a time are proposed. (DT)

The Russian-peasant algorithm for multiplication is described and then extended to developing an algorithm for renaming base ten numbers in other number bases. (DT)

A procedure for recording the prime factors of a composite number is explained. (DT)

Activities for providing practice in estimating sums and products using calculators are presented. Worksheets are included. (MN)

Four worksheets are designed to provide practice with addition, subtraction, and multiplication of whole numbers and decimals. (JT)