Last updated on July 2nd, 2025
A multiplication table is a tool that helps us find the result when we multiply numbers. Learning times tables assists children in understanding multiplication, one of the foundational math operations applied to an algebraic system. Times tables can be applied to everyday math problems, from counting money to understanding time. In this topic, we will discuss more about tables from 1 to 12.
The Babylonians, 4000 years ago, were the first to use multiplication tables with clay tablets. We can use multiplication tables just like they did. Learning tables from 1 to 12 helps in solving math problems quickly and understanding concepts effortlessly. It's like having a handy math shortcut. Let us learn more about times tables step by step.
Learning the tables from 1 to 4
Learning the tables from 1 to 4 will make math much easier, as they are the building blocks of multiplication.
When you multiply by 1, you get the same number, and for 2, you are doubling it each time!
Let's look into the tables from 1 to 4.
Table of 5 to 8
Now that you know the first four times tables, let's move on to the next set!
These tables will help you multiply even faster.
You’ll start noticing some interesting patterns, like in the tables of 5, where numbers end in 0 or 5.
Such patterns will help you memorize times tables.
Table of 9 to 12
Let’s finish with the final set of the times tables!
Learning these will elevate your understanding of multiplication.
With the times table of 9 to 12, you’ll see how multiplication goes on with bigger numbers.
And you get a hold of it eventually.
Here’s a multiplication chart for numbers 1 to 12! Think of it like a map that shows how numbers are multiplied. It’s an easy and fun way to get all the answers right away so that you don’t have to do the math every time.
With this chart, you can find the result of multiplying any number from 1 to 12 in a go! Let’s dive in and make multiplication simple and exciting.
Kids might find times tables difficult at first, but it gets easier and super exciting with a few tricks.
Here are some engaging tips and tricks to help kids learn multiplication tables, quicker and easier.
Begin with easy times tables:
Start with easier tables like 2, 5, and 10.
These have simple patterns that are followed, which makes it easier to memorize.
Once you get a hang of these, you can move to the bigger numbers.
Example:
In the table of 2, start with 2 and double the number as you go.
2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20.
Doubling makes this table easy to learn.
Practice with real-life examples:
Try to use real-life situations to get a better understanding of multiplication tables.
For example, calculating the total number of apples in baskets.
Identifying patterns:
Each times table follows a pattern.
Let's learn about these patterns.
It will help and make it easier for you to memorize!
For 2, 4, 8:
Start by doubling numbers.
For the table of 2, just add 2 each time as mentioned above.
For 4, double the 2’s table.
For 8, double the 4’s table, and so on.
The pattern is all about doubling numbers step by step.
For 3, 6, 9:
The 3’s table follows a pattern of adding 3 every time.
The 6’s table is just double of 3’s table.
For the 9’s table, the one's digits count down from 9 to 0 in reverse order.
For 5 and 10:
The 5’s table is easy since the numbers end in 0 or 5.
For 10, just add a zero after the number.
It’s normal to make mistakes while learning multiplication tables. Let’s look at some common mistakes kids make when learning multiplication tables and how to avoid them.
A car travels 60 miles per hour. How far will it travel in 3 hours?
The car will travel 180 miles in 3 hours.
Multiply the speed of the car by the number of hours. 60 × 3 = 180
The car will travel 180 miles in 3 hours.
Find the missing number: 12 × __ = 96.
The missing number is 8.
Dividing 96 ÷ 12, we get 8. 12 × 8 = 96. Then we multiply 12 and 8 to get 96.
A notebook costs ₹30. How much will 7 such notebooks cost?
The total cost for 7 notebooks is ₹210.
Multiply the price of one notebook by 7. 30 × 7 = 210
The total cost for 7 notebooks is ₹210.
Multiplicand: The number you are multiplying. For example, in 6 × 3 = 18, the number 6 is the multiplicand.
Multiplier: The number that tells you how many times the multiplicand should be multiplied. For example, in 6 × 3 = 18, the multiplier is 3.
Skip counting: Adding by the same number repeatedly. For example, skip counting by 3: 3, 6, 9, 12…
Multiple: A number you get when you multiply a number by any integer. For example, 24 is a multiple of 6 because 6 × 4 is 24.
Pattern: A repeated or recurring sequence in numbers, such as the 5 times table ending in 0 or 5.
Seyed Ali Fathima S a math expert with nearly 5 years of experience as a math teacher. From an engineer to a math teacher, shows her passion for math and teaching. She is a calculator queen, who loves tables and she turns tables to puzzles and songs.
: She has songs for each table which helps her to remember the tables