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The module can be used as a starting point
for: learning a particular table; a reinforcement of number patterns
and tables already covered; a fun way to practise knowledge of tables.
Please let us know what you think of
this module: do you like the games, can you suggest any more
learning
tips for the factsheets, do your students like the worksheets?
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skillswise.feedback@bbc.co.uk
In this section you'll find:
Times tables game
There are two games for practising times tables based around a 10
x 10 multiplication grid.
Game 1 - in this game, learners
answer multiplication questions by clicking on the correct boxes
in the grid. The game has two levels.
- Level A - the boxes in the grid have the
numbers filled in.
- Level B - the boxes start blank and are filled
in once the questions are answered.
Game 2 - In this game, learners
have to identify the sum which makes a number. For example, the
question may be 'find 40', which could be answered by clicking on
the boxes for 8 x 5 or 4 x 10.
In both games, learners can choose which tables
they want to practise, and also whether they want to be timed or
not.
TOP TIP! To see the game completely
full screen, press the F11 key on the keyboard. This takes away
the distraction of the top browser bar. To bring the browser bar
back, just press F11 again!
Times tables quiz
The learner can choose their level. Level A is the easiest, level
C the hardest.
Students can print out a certificate if they score 50% or more in
the quiz. This will appear as a link on the results page - click
on the link and the certificate will appear in a new window. Once
printed students can write their name on the certificate.
Times tables factsheets
There are eleven sheets in this section which can be printed out
and kept.
- Factsheet 1 - A printable
multiplication grid.
- Factsheet 2 - Key words
for times tables.
- Factsheet 3 - Multiplication
methods.
- Factsheet 4 - 1x and 2x
tables tips.
- Factsheet 5 - 3x table
tips.
- Factsheet 6 - 4x table
tips.
- Factsheet 7 - 5x and 10x
tables tips.
- Factsheet 8 - 6x table
tips.
- Factsheet 9 - 7x table
tips.
- Factsheet 10 - 8x table
tips.
- Factsheet 11 - 9x table
tips.
Times tables worksheets
There are five printable worksheets in this section, for learners
to carry on the work done online.
- Worksheet 1 - fill in the
gaps in a small grid for the 1 to 5 times tables.
- Worksheet 2 - fill in the
gaps in a small grid for the 6 to 10 times tables.
- Worksheet 3 - linking the
sum with the correct answer.
- Worksheet 4 - reinforcing
the tips in the factsheets.
- Worksheet 5 - multiplication
sequences with numbers missing - learners to fill them in.
How does this tie in with the curriculums?
- England
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N1/L1.4 -
multiply and divide whole numbers by
10 and 100. |
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N1/L1.5 -
recall multiplication facts up to 10 x 10 and make connections
with division facts. |
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N1/L1.6 -
recognise numerical relationships (e.g. multiples and squares). |
- Wales
As England
- Northern Ireland
As England
- Scotland
Awaiting publication of Scottish Curriculum at time of print
Technical help:
All the 'plug-ins' you need to use this topic
area are included on the CD-ROM or should be already on your computer
bundled with your operating system.
If you are new to the web, why not try
BBC WebWise's
Becoming
WebWise online course? It's free and will take you through everything
you need to know to use the web successfully in your teaching.
Taking it further
Here's a few suggestions of other places on the web that you might
find useful resources that you can adapt for teaching times
tables.
- Multiplication.com
A site with games, activities, techniques, tips, and secrets
for teaching times tables.
Please note that the BBC is not responsible for the content of
other websites and all links were correct at the time of going to
press.
Do you know of any great online resources for practising mental
maths? Tell
us about them!
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