​The Box Method, also referred to as the Area Model, is one of these strategies. It is a mental math based approach that will enhance number sense understanding.

Today we're going to learn about the box method !!!​

​Math question

​Mr. Dillard brings a pack of 36 pokemon cards to school. Mr. Dillard have to divide the pokemon cards between 5 students. How can Mr. Dillard divide 36 pokemon cards between 5 students?

​Divide (D)

Multiply (M)

Subtract (S)

Bring up​ (B)

​Great job !!! 36 5 = 07 R1

​The D.M.S.B have 2 checks because the dividend number (36) have 2 digits.

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Remember: If the dividend has 2 digits, you will give 2 checks to each letter. ​

Mr. Dillard will give each student 7 cards and have 1 remaining card left out.

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Thank you for solving the problem​

​You did it !!!!