Grade 4 - Multiplication - Japanese Style

In this video, we'll explore a unique and visually engaging multiplication strategy often referred to as the "Japanese style" of multiplication. This method breaks down the numbers by place value and uses intersecting lines to represent the multiplication process. While it might seem magical at first, it's actually rooted in place value and offers a different way to visualize and understand multiplication.

We'll demonstrate how to use this strategy with a two-digit by two-digit multiplication problem, showing how counting intersection points can lead to the final answer. This approach might be particularly helpful for students who benefit from visual learning and are looking for alternative ways to grasp multiplication concepts.