Times tables
Pick a table to see the full list, learn the tricks that make it easier to remember, and practise it with a beat.
Play Times Tables Battle- 2 times tableThe 2 times table is all about doubling, and it is the starting point for the 4 and 8 times tables too.See tricks and practise →
- 3 times tableThe 3 times table has a neat digit trick that lets you check your answers.See tricks and practise →
- 4 times tableThe 4 times table is double the 2 times table doubled again.See tricks and practise →
- 5 times tableThe 5 times table is one of the friendliest, because every answer ends in 0 or 5.See tricks and practise →
- 6 times tableThe 6 times table builds on the 5 times table. Just add one more group.See tricks and practise →
- 7 times tableThe 7 times table is often seen as the trickiest, but it has fewer new facts than you might think.See tricks and practise →
- 8 times tableThe 8 times table is double the 4 times table, which is itself double the 2s.See tricks and practise →
- 9 times tableThe 9 times table is full of patterns, from finger tricks to digits that always add to nine.See tricks and practise →
- 10 times tableThe 10 times table is the foundation of place value: every answer is the number with a zero on the end.See tricks and practise →
- 11 times tableThe 11 times table has a delightful pattern for the first nine facts.See tricks and practise →
- 12 times tableThe 12 times table is useful every day, from dozens of eggs to the hours on a clock.See tricks and practise →
How to learn times tables
Short and often beats long and rarely. Five minutes a day with a few tables at a time works better than one long session. Start with the tables that have the clearest patterns (2, 5, 10), then use what you know to build the others: the 4s are double the 2s, the 8s are double the 4s, and the 6s are double the 3s.
Understanding comes first. A multiplication fact is a number of equal groups, so 4 × 6 means four groups of six. Once that makes sense, practise until the answers come quickly. A steady beat is a nice way to find a pace.
Frequently asked questions
Which times tables should we learn first?
Most children start with 2, 5 and 10, then 3 and 4, then 6, 8 and 9, and finally 7, 11 and 12. This order lets you reuse facts you already know.
How long does it take to learn a times table?
It varies from child to child. Regular short practice over a few weeks is a good guide, and revisiting older tables keeps them fresh.