Games for 5th Graders on Multi-Digit Multiplication

Fluent multi-digit multiplication is a skill every kid in the fifth grade needs to master. Help your child make friends with multiplication with these curriculum-oriented online games.

Introduction

Multi-digit multiplication, i.e., multiplying two numbers with more than one digit, such as 11 x 23=253, can confuse kids. It is a skill children acquire over time with practice, and they are more likely to learn better if innovative means of teaching such as interactive online games are used.

Let your child begin with multiplying two double-digit numbers and progress to multiplying numbers with multiple digits by playing through levels of online multiplication games.

Win Over Maths With Multiplication Games

Make your kids fall in love with maths with these fun and exciting educational games. Boost their confidence by letting them practice these games for as long as they want.

1. Multiply by Multiples of 10
   Kids are introduced to multi-digit multiplication with these easy games that require them to multiply one-digit and two-digit numbers with multiples of ten.

1. Multiply 2-Digit Numbers by 2-Digit Numbers
   In this series of games, the players are asked to multiply two double-digit numbers. Hints are provided in some cases to help make the games simple yet effective.
    

1. Multiply 3-Digit Numbers by 2-Digit Numbers
   Once your child breezes past the initial levels, introduce them to these games wherein they will be multiplying 3-digit numbers by 2-digit numbers. Place value hints are given to support the player.
    

1. Find the Missing Digit
   This game is for those players who are somewhat fluent in multi-digit multiplication. A visual clue-based game, it encourages your kids to perform mental calculations and come up with the right answer so that they can guess the missing digit in the solution provided.
    

1. Estimate Products of Multi-Digit Whole Numbers
   Does your kid seem to have a knack for multiplication? Help them strengthen their skill with this game series that encourages them to multiply multi-digit numbers in their head and estimate the product.

Is Your Child Bored With Multiplication?

Kids tend to get bored with the traditional ways of learning, especially when it comes to operations like multiplication. Kids often struggle with learning tables, and this affects their ability to multiply fluently. Those who haven't aced multi-digit addition are also likely to make more mistakes in multiplication. 

Help Your Child Slay Multiplication 

Multi-digit multiplication could be complicated for some kids. Sit with your child patiently and try to understand why they are confused. Help them strengthen their foundation in addition so that multiplication also comes easily to them.

Endnote

Kindle your child’s innate love for learning with enjoyable online educational games on SplashLearn that follow common core standards. Do you have more ideas on effective teaching methods? Write to us at help@splashlearn.com with your feedback and comments. We would be glad to make your kid's learning journey more exciting and effective.