{"id":38619,"date":"2025-02-03T17:04:46","date_gmt":"2025-02-03T11:34:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/?p=38619"},"modified":"2025-02-05T13:08:18","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T07:38:18","slug":"how-to-teach-time-tables","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-teach-time-tables\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Teach Times Tables: Proven Tricks for Fast Learning"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-4969c4f1-a246-49f7-8a5d-783a81c84db0\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\"\n                    data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\">\n                    <div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \"><ul><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-teach-time-tables\/#0-7-biggest-mistakes-you-are-making-while-teaching-times-tables->7 Biggest Mistakes You Are Making While Teaching Times Tables<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-teach-time-tables\/#8-using-the-right-language-when-teaching-times-tables->Using the Right Language When Teaching Times Tables<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-teach-time-tables\/#9-6-easy-steps-to-teach-times-tables->6 Easy Steps to Teach Times Tables&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-teach-time-tables\/#16-should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not->Should Kids Memorize Times Tables or Not?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>What&#8217;s 7 times 8?&#8221; A long pause. A guess. A wrong answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many parents know this struggle. Flashcards, drills, frustration\u2014learning <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/multiplication\/times_tables\">times tables<\/a> can feel like a battle. How to teach time tables in a way that actually works is a common question. Some children memorize them quickly, while others struggle no matter how much they practice.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"sllb-container\">\n    <!-- Left Part -->\n    <div class=\"sllb-left-part\">\n      <!-- Section 1 -->\n\t  <p class=\"sllb-h4\">Math & ELA | PreK To Grade 5<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 2 -->\n\t  \n      <p class=\"sllb-h2\">Kids see <span>fun<\/span>.<\/p>\n      <p class=\"sllb-h2\">You see real <span>learning outcomes<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 3 -->\n      <p>Watch your kids fall in love with math & reading through our scientifically designed curriculum.<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 4 -->\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/parents\/register\" class=\"sllb-cta-button sllb-cta1 sllb-blue\">Parents, try for free<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/teachers\/register\" class=\"sllb-cta-button sllb-cta2 sllb-blue\">Teachers, use for free<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Right Part -->\n    <div class=\"sllb-right-part\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/web_ui\/assets\/images\/loggedout\/home\/mobile_image_banner-ada064cd2ffaa053213b.png\" alt=\"Banner Image\">\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Memorizing times tables is important because it makes all future math easier. When children know them well, they can solve bigger problems faster and with confidence. But forcing memorization alone isn\u2019t always the answer. Some methods work better than others, and knowing what helps and what hurts can make all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the right approach, children can learn multiplication faster and with less stress. The trick is to use strategies that make sense to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog will share easy, effective ways to teach times tables. These have helped thousands of children in the classroom, and they can help at home too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-7-biggest-mistakes-you-are-making-while-teaching-times-tables-\"><strong>7 Biggest Mistakes You Are Making While Teaching Times Tables<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before getting into how to teach times tables, it\u2019s important to check if any common mistakes are slowing down progress. Many of you make these errors without realizing it. Recognizing them early helps in adjusting the approach for better results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-1-focusing-only-on-rote-memorization-\"><strong>1. Focusing only on rote memorization<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply making a child repeat <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/multiplication\/properties-of-multiplication\">multiplication facts<\/a> over and over doesn\u2019t always work. Some children memorize quickly, but others struggle to recall facts when needed. Understanding patterns and connections makes learning easier and more effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-2-moving-too-fast-\"><strong>2. Moving too fast<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/multiplication\/multiplication\">Multiplication<\/a> builds on earlier math skills like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/addition\/addition\">addition<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/number-sense\/skip-count\">skip counting<\/a>. If a child hasn\u2019t mastered these, jumping straight into memorization can cause frustration. Start with skip counting and patterns before expecting full recall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-3-not-teaching-the-meaning-of-multiplication-\"><strong>3. Not teaching the meaning of multiplication<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If a child doesn\u2019t understand what multiplication represents, they are just memorizing numbers with no real connection. Show them that multiplication is repeated addition and use real-life examples like grouping objects or arrays to help them visualize it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-4-teaching-in-order-from-1-to-12-\"><strong>4. Teaching in order from 1 to 12<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting with <strong>1\u00d7, 2\u00d7, 3\u00d7, and so on<\/strong> isn\u2019t the best way. Some numbers are easier than others. It\u2019s better to begin with <strong>2s, 5s, and 10s<\/strong>, which have simple patterns, then move on to trickier numbers like 7s and 8s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-5-ignoring-the-commutative-property-\"><strong>5. Ignoring the commutative property<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many children don\u2019t realize that 4\u00d76 is the same as 6\u00d74. Teaching this cuts the number of facts they need to learn in half. Reinforce this concept early to reduce the workload.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-6-relying-only-on-flashcards-and-drills-\"><strong>6. Relying only on flashcards and drills<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flashcards are helpful but shouldn\u2019t be the <strong>only<\/strong> method. Some children learn better with <strong>games, songs, visual aids, or hands-on activities<\/strong>. A mix of strategies works best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-7-not-practicing-regularly-\"><strong>7. Not practicing regularly<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cramming multiplication facts all at once doesn\u2019t work. A little practice every day is much more effective than long, tiring sessions. Just 5-10 minutes a day can make a big difference.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-using-the-right-language-when-teaching-times-tables-\"><strong>Using the Right Language When Teaching Times Tables<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before teaching times tables, ensuring that you are using a consistent approach can make learning much easier. One important thing is how to say multiplication facts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are different ways to say them, and all are correct. However, being consistent helps children understand faster. It\u2019s even better if you use the same language their child hears at school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some common ways to say multiplication facts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>&#8220;Three times four is twelve.&#8221;<\/strong> (Most common)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>&#8220;Three groups of four make twelve.&#8221;<\/strong> (Great for visual learners)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>&#8220;Three multiplied by four equals twelve.&#8221;<\/strong> (Formal but correct)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>&#8220;Three lots of four are twelve.&#8221;<\/strong> (Used in some schools)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-6-easy-steps-to-teach-times-tables-\"><strong>6 Easy Steps to Teach Times Tables&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before jumping into memorization, it\u2019s important to focus on how to learn times tables in a way that actually makes sense. Here is a step-by-step guide for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-1-build-the-basics-first-\"><strong>1. Build the Basics First<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what not to do and the tricks that actually work, let\u2019s get into what to do- the best way to learn times tables fast using a structured approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like any other math concept, the first step is to check the basics. Multiplication requires a strong foundation in addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/number-sense\/number-patterns\">number patterns<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/counting-and-comparison\/equal-groups\">grouping<\/a>. If these are not clear, jumping into memorization will only lead to frustration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I. Strengthen addition and skip counting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Multiplication is really just <strong>repeated addition<\/strong>. A child who struggles with basic addition will have trouble with times tables. Before <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-teach-multiplication\/\">teaching multiplication<\/a>, check if they can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quickly add small numbers<\/strong> (e.g., 3 + 3 + 3 = 9).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skip count by 2s, 5s, and 10s<\/strong> (since these patterns make multiplication easier).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>II. Introduce multiplication as &#8220;groups of&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many children struggle with times tables because they see them as random numbers to memorize rather than a simple way to count groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explain it like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 \u00d7 3<\/strong> means \u201c2 groups of 3.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4 \u00d7 5<\/strong> means \u201c4 groups of 5.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>III. Use arrays for a visual approach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some children learn best when they can <strong>see<\/strong> how numbers work. Arrays (rows and columns of dots or objects) help make multiplication more concrete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> To show <strong>3 \u00d7 5<\/strong>, draw:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"355\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/use-arrays-for-a-visual-approach.jpg\" alt=\"Multiplication array with 3 rows and 5 columns\" class=\"wp-image-38625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/use-arrays-for-a-visual-approach.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/use-arrays-for-a-visual-approach-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/use-arrays-for-a-visual-approach-150x86.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is three rows of five. Ask them to count all the dots and see how multiplication helps them get the total faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IV. Relate multiplication to addition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Children often mix up addition and multiplication. Show them how multiplication is just a shortcut for adding the same number multiple times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Instead of adding <strong>5 + 5 + 5<\/strong>, we can simply say <strong>3 \u00d7 5 = 15<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you find your child struggling with skip counting or adding, have them practice these games first. 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Start with the Easy Patterns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that the basics are clear, it\u2019s time to teach kids times tables in a way that builds confidence before moving on to harder numbers- start teaching multiplication facts. But instead of going in order from 1 to 12, begin with the easiest patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some times tables follow simple rules, making them easier to remember. Teaching these first helps children gain confidence before moving on to trickier numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I. The \u00d72 Times Table \u2013 Think of It as Doubling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u00d72 table is one of the easiest because it\u2019s just doubling a number. If a child knows how to add the same number twice, they already understand the concept.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 \u00d7 3 = 6<\/strong> (same as 3 + 3)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 \u00d7 7 = 14<\/strong> (same as 7 + 7)<br><br>\u2756 <strong>Try this:<\/strong> Instead of saying, <em>&#8220;What is 2 \u00d7 6?&#8221;<\/em>, ask <em>&#8220;What is 6 doubled?&#8221;<\/em> This helps children connect multiplication with something they already know. Let them <strong>use their fingers<\/strong>\u2014hold up a number of fingers and ask them to double it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>II. The \u00d710 Times Table \u2013 Just Add a Zero<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u00d710 table is the simplest pattern of all. Any number multiplied by 10 just gets a zero added to the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>3 \u00d7 10 = 30<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>6 \u00d7 10 = 60<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>9 \u00d7 10 = 90<\/strong><br><br>\u2756 <strong>Try this:<\/strong> Say a number and have your child snap their fingers while adding a zero (e.g., &#8220;4 times 10?&#8221;\u2014Snap!\u2014&#8221;40!&#8221;).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>III. 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Move to the Mid-Level Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"630\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/move-to-the-mid-level-tables.jpg\" alt=\"table of 2, 5, and 10\" class=\"wp-image-38626\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/move-to-the-mid-level-tables.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/move-to-the-mid-level-tables-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/move-to-the-mid-level-tables-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source @twinkl<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that your child has mastered the easy patterns (2s, 5s, and 10s), it\u2019s time to move to the mid-level tables. These are slightly harder but can still be learned with simple tricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At this stage, patterns and connections become even more important. Instead of memorizing each fact separately, children can use what they already know to learn new facts faster and with less effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. The \u00d73 Times Table \u2013 Use Skip Counting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>\u00d73 table<\/strong> follows a clear <strong>skip-counting pattern<\/strong>: <strong>3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Try this:<\/strong> Have your child say the numbers in a rhythm:<br><em>&#8220;Three, six, nine\u2026 let&#8217;s keep in time!&#8221;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fun trick:<\/strong> Hold up <strong>three fingers<\/strong> and skip count by 3s while pointing at each finger.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pattern to remember:<\/strong><br><br>The digits <strong>repeat in a cycle<\/strong> (3, 6, 9, 2, 5, 8, 1, 4, 7, 0).<br><br>Every answer in the 3 times table <strong>adds up to a multiple of 3<\/strong> (e.g., 3 \u00d7 7 = 21 \u2192 2 + 1 = 3).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. The \u00d74 Times Table \u2013 Double the \u00d72 Facts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>\u00d74 table<\/strong> is just <strong>doubling the \u00d72 facts<\/strong>. If a child already knows their 2s, they can use that to quickly find the 4s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4 \u00d7 3 = 12<\/strong> is the same as <strong>2 \u00d7 3 = 6, then double it (6 + 6 = 12).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4 \u00d7 7 = 28<\/strong> \u2192 Think: <strong>2 \u00d7 7 = 14, then double it (14 + 14 = 28).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2756 <strong>Try this:<\/strong> Instead of memorizing, first ask <em>&#8220;What is 2 \u00d7 6?&#8221;<\/em> then say <em>&#8220;Now just double it!&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. The \u00d76 Times Table \u2013 Build from \u00d73 Facts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>\u00d76 table<\/strong> is easier when you think of it as <strong>double the \u00d73 facts<\/strong> (since 6 = 3 \u00d7 2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2756 <strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6 \u00d7 4 = 24<\/strong> \u2192 Think: <strong>3 \u00d7 4 = 12, then double it (12 + 12 = 24).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6 \u00d7 7 = 42<\/strong> \u2192 Think: <strong>3 \u00d7 7 = 21, then double it (21 + 21 = 42).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2756 <strong>Try this:<\/strong> If a child knows <strong>3 \u00d7 a number<\/strong>, they can <strong>double<\/strong> that to find <strong>6 \u00d7 the same number<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2756 <strong>Pattern to remember:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last digit in the answers always <strong>follows the 6, 2, 8, 4, 0 pattern<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every answer in the <strong>6 times table is even<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For extra practice, interactive online <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math\/multiplication-games\"><em>multiplication games<\/em><\/a><em> can reinforce the 3s, 4s, and 6s in a fun and engaging way. 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Introduce the Tricky Numbers with Tricks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some multiplication facts are harder to memorize, but using the right tricks for learning times tables can make even 7s, 8s, and 9s much easier to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. The \u00d79 Times Table \u2013 Use the Finger Trick &amp; Number Patterns<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>\u00d79 table<\/strong> seems hard, but it actually has one of the <strong>best tricks<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Finger Trick for 9s<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold up <strong>both hands<\/strong> with fingers spread out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To find <strong>9 \u00d7 3<\/strong>, fold down the <strong>third finger<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The fingers to the left are <strong>2<\/strong> (tens), and the fingers to the right are <strong>7<\/strong> (ones), so 9 \u00d7 3 = <strong>27<\/strong>!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This works for all the numbers up to 9 \u00d7 9.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Number Pattern for 9s<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The tens place <strong>goes up<\/strong> (0, 1, 2, 3, 4\u2026)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ones place <strong>goes down<\/strong> (9, 8, 7, 6, 5\u2026)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>9 \u00d7 1 = 09<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>9 \u00d7 2 = 18<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>9 \u00d7 3 = 27<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>9 \u00d7 4 = 36<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. The \u00d77 Times Table \u2013 Use Fun Mnemonics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>\u00d77 table<\/strong> is one of the hardest because it doesn\u2019t have easy patterns like 5s or 10s. But memory tricks can help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use Funny Rhymes &amp; Stories<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>7 \u00d7 7 = 49<\/strong> \u2192 <em>&#8220;Seven times seven is like a football team, 49ers!&#8221;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>7 \u00d7 8 = 56<\/strong> \u2192 <em>&#8220;5, 6, 7, 8&#8221; (The answer starts with 5 and 6, the problem starts with 7 and 8).<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look for Connections<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your child <strong>knows their 6s<\/strong>, remind them that <strong>7 \u00d7 6 = 42<\/strong> is just one more group of 6 added to 6 \u00d7 6 = 36.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. The \u00d78 Times Table \u2013 Use the Doubling Trick<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>\u00d78 table<\/strong> is tricky, but it&#8217;s just <strong>double the \u00d74 table<\/strong> (which is already double the \u00d72 table).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>8 \u00d7 3<\/strong> \u2192 Think: 4 \u00d7 3 = 12, then <strong>double it<\/strong> (12 + 12 = 24)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>8 \u00d7 6<\/strong> \u2192 Think: 4 \u00d7 6 = 24, then <strong>double it<\/strong> (24 + 24 = 48)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use the 8, 6, 4, 2, 0 Pattern<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The last digits <strong>always<\/strong> follow <strong>8, 6, 4, 2, 0<\/strong> (e.g., 8, 16, 24, 32, 40\u2026)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spotting this pattern makes it easier to recall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For tricky tables like 7s, 8s, and 9s, online practice can be a great support. 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Teach the Last Few (They\u2019re Easier Than They Seem!)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that the tricky numbers are covered, it\u2019s time to teach time tables easily by focusing on the simplest patterns that require minimal effort to remember. They follow simple rules, so children can pick them up quickly with minimal effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. The \u00d71 Times Table \u2013 Always the Same Number<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the simplest of all. <strong>Any number multiplied by 1 stays the same.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1 \u00d7 3 = 3<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 \u00d7 7 = 7<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 \u00d7 12 = 12<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Explain It:<\/strong> Tell your child, <em>&#8220;Multiplying by 1 doesn\u2019t change anything. It\u2019s like having just one of something.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. The \u00d70 Times Table \u2013 Always Zero<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another super easy rule: <strong>Any number multiplied by zero is always zero.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>0 \u00d7 4 = 0<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>0 \u00d7 9 = 0<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>0 \u00d7 12 = 0<\/strong><br><br>\u2756 <strong>How to Explain It:<\/strong> Say, <em>&#8220;If you have zero groups of something, how many do you have? None!&#8221;<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. The \u00d711 Times Table \u2013 The Copycat Rule<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Up to <strong>9 \u00d7 11<\/strong>, this table is <strong>super easy<\/strong>! 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memorization\u2014it becomes meaningful learning. The key is to make practice daily, engaging, and low-pressure for the best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong><em>Related Reading: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-multiplication-tricks-for-kids\/\"><em>Best Multiplication Tricks for Math Students<\/em><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-\"><strong>Should Kids Memorize Times Tables or Not?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"829\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-1024x829.jpg\" alt=\"Should kids memorize tables?\" class=\"wp-image-38627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-1024x829.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-300x243.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-768x622.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-150x121.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-696x564.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-1068x865.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not-519x420.jpg 519w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/should-kids-memorize-times-tables-or-not.jpg 1168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source @fluencywithnumbers.com\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some teachers swear by memorization, others believe understanding comes first. The truth? Both matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Memorization builds speed and confidence and also prepares kids for advanced math. But rote learning without understanding leads to frustration. A child might recall facts but struggle to apply them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best approach? A balance. Kids should see the patterns, understand multiplication, and memorize facts naturally through practice. This way, they don\u2019t just know the answers\u2014they understand the numbers behind them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let\u2019s look at the best ways to help kids memorize their tables\u2014without pressure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Singing Times Tables: <\/strong>Set multiplication facts to familiar tunes or rhymes. This musical approach can make recall easier and more enjoyable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Display Charts: <\/strong>Place colorful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/multiplication\/multiplication-chart\">multiplication charts<\/a> in areas where your child spends time. Regular exposure reinforces learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flashcards: <\/strong>Use flashcards for quick, repetitive practice. They can be shuffled to ensure facts are learned out of order, promoting true mastery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Identify Patterns: <\/strong>Help your child discover patterns in the times tables. For example, the commutative property shows that 3 \u00d7 4 is the same as 4 \u00d7 3, effectively halving the number of facts to memorize.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Using Games:<\/strong> Repetition is key, but it doesn\u2019t have to be boring. If you\u2019re wondering how to practice times tables effectively, using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math\/times-tables-games\">times table games<\/a>, quick recall challenges, and daily short practice sessions can make learning both engaging and efficient.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Mastering times tables takes understanding, practice, and consistency. These tried-and-tested methods show how to teach multiplication tables in a way that builds both recall and understanding. 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