2. Lay out one set of stamps of the multiplicand.
3. Say, "We have to make two sets of these."
4. Lay out one more set of stamps of the same value.
5. Slide the sets together and say, "Multiplication is adding the sets.
6. Count the stamps.
7. Write the equation and the answer, beginning with the units.
8. Read the problem.
2. Lay out the stamps.
3. Put out as many sets as the problem card indicates.
4. Push them together to add them.
5. Count, exchanging when necessary.
6. Write and read the equation and the product.