Solve 2-Digit by 1-Digit Multiplication & Division Word Problems

Your students have mastered their multiplication facts up to 12. They know how to reverse those facts to divide numbers and find the quotient. And they know how to read. 

Put all these skills to work with our multiplication and division task cards! 

For example, one card includes the following word problem: 

Casey swims 8 laps in the pool each day after school. If Casey swims every day for 15 days straight, how many laps will she have swam?

Students read through the word problems and determine whether to apply division or multiplication. 

An answer sheet is included with your download for students to self-check their answers. 

How to Help Students Solve Word Problems

Support struggling students by showing them how to use manipulatives to help with problem-solving. Alternatively, provide students with our Problem Solving Mat to help them organize their ideas. 

Challenge fast finishers who already understand the concept to write five different multiplication and division word problems for a partner to solve.

How to Use these Math Task Cards in the Classroom

A team of dedicated, experienced educators created this resource for students to work on independently in your math rotations. However, check out our suggestions for using this activity to reinforce your small group and full-class lessons, too: 

• Whole Class Instruction – Project the task cards on a whiteboard and work through each together, discussing different ways of approaching and completing the problems.
• Small Group – Teach concepts in a small group setting in your math rotations. Students can use mini whiteboards to ‘show and share’ their work for each problem.
• Individual Practice – For independent tasks, students can use their math notebooks or mini whiteboards to solve problems on the task cards. 

Download and Practice Multiplication and Division Problems Today

Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between PDF or Google Slides versions of this resource. An answer key is included with your download. Print on thick card for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access. 

To keep the task cards out of pockets or under desks, punch a hole in the corner of each and place them on a binder ring. 

Kendall Britnell, a teacher and a Teach Starter collaborator, contributed to this resource.

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