Before multiplying mixed numbers they need to be changed to improper fractions.  To do that multiply the whole number part times the bottom number, then add the top number, and keep the same bottom number.  EZ right?  No, well maybe this short video will help.

 

1) http://www.math-drills.com/fractions/fractions_convert_mixed_to_improper_001.pdf

2) http://www.math-drills.com/fractions/frac_multiply_mixed_010.pdf 

More practice at http://www.Math-Drills.com

 

Let Mr. Duey explain it, rap style- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V96_PjlrVQc