An array is a way of representing a calculation using organised rows of dots or counters to express a multiplication fact.

For example:

This array has 5 rows each with 3 red dots.

It represents 5×3 which equals 15 (there are 15 dots altogether).

 

CURRICULUM LINK:

I have investigated how
whole numbers are
constructed, can
understand the
importance of zero within
the system and can use
my knowledge to explain
the link between a digit,
its place and its value.
MNU 1-02a