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Topmarks Hit the Button maths: times tables practice

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Quick answer

Topmarks Hit the Button maths: times tables practice is a fun online game that helps children learn and remember multiplication facts quickly. It's perfect for short, regular practice sessions and makes learning times tables feel like play.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will understand how to use Topmarks Hit the Button to practice your times tables and know why regular short practice helps you learn faster. Success signs:
  • You can quickly answer multiplication questions from 0 to 12.
  • You know how to play the game and what to aim for.
  • You can use the game to help you remember your tables.
  • You understand how short, regular practice helps you learn better.

Why this matters

Learning your times tables is like having a superpower for maths. It helps you solve problems quickly and easily, whether you're sharing cookies, calculating how many footballs are in a box, or working out how long a journey will take. Topmarks Hit the Button makes this superpower-building fun and fast. The game uses short, timed challenges that help you get quicker at recalling multiplication facts, which is exactly what you need to succeed in maths.

How it works

Topmarks Hit the Button works by showing you a multiplication question, like "7 x 8", and you have to type in the answer before the time runs out. You can choose which times table you want to practice, from 0 to 12. The game gives you points for correct answers and shows how many you get right in a row. It's a bit like a fast-paced maths quiz that helps you get better at multiplication.

Examples you can see

Let’s say you’re playing and the game shows you:
  • 3 x 4 = ?
  • 6 x 7 = ?
  • 10 x 5 = ?
You need to answer these quickly. If you know your tables well, you’ll get them right fast. If not, you can use the game to help you learn. Here’s how the game works in practice:
  1. Go to the Topmarks Hit the Button website.
  2. Choose the "Multiplication" game.
  3. Select a times table (like 5s or 6s).
  4. Press "Start" and answer questions as fast as you can.
  5. Try to get as many right in a row as possible.

Try it as a mini adventure

Adventure: The Great Times Table Quest You are a brave explorer who needs to collect magical coins by answering multiplication questions. Each coin is hidden behind a door with a multiplication question on it. 1st time: You see a door with "4 x 5 = ?" You answer "20" and get a shiny coin. 2nd time: You see a door with "8 x 3 = ?" You answer "24" and get another coin. 3rd time: You see a door with "12 x 2 = ?" You answer "24" and get a third coin. 4th time: You see a door with "7 x 9 = ?" You answer "63" and get a golden coin. The more coins you collect, the more powerful you become at multiplication. You can play this adventure for 5 to 10 minutes every day to get better at your times tables.

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Thinking you need to get every question right to succeed. Why it happens: Some children feel pressure to be perfect. Fix: It's okay to make mistakes. The goal is to get better over time.
  • Mistake: Playing for too long and getting tired. Why it happens: Children might want to play longer than they should. Fix: Play for 5 to 10 minutes at a time. Take a break if you're getting frustrated.
  • Mistake: Not choosing the right times table. Why it happens: Some children pick the hardest one too early. Fix: Start with smaller tables (like 2s or 5s) and move up as you get better.

Parent and carer guide

Parents and carers can help by:
  • Setting up a 5- to 10-minute daily session with the game.
  • Encouraging their child to try different times tables.
  • Checking in with how they're feeling and celebrating small wins.
  • Using the game to make maths feel like play, not work.
  • Not worrying if a child gets a question wrong—this is how they learn.

Practice questions

  1. What is 4 x 6?
  2. What is 9 x 3?
  3. What is 7 x 8?
  4. What is 11 x 4?
  5. What is 0 x 12?
Answers:
  1. 24
  2. 27
  3. 56
  4. 44
  5. 0

FAQ

What age is Topmarks Hit the Button best for?

It's best for children aged 5 to 11, but it can be used by younger or older children depending on their needs.

Can I use Topmarks Hit the Button at home?

Yes! It's a great way to practice multiplication facts in a fun way, and it works on computers, tablets, and phones.

How often should I play?

Playing for 5 to 10 minutes every day is perfect. It helps you get faster and stronger at multiplication.

Is it good for learning times tables?

Yes! It helps you memorize multiplication facts quickly and makes learning fun.

Can I play with friends?

Yes! You can play together and see who can get the most points in a row.

Times table facts: 0 to 12

Times table facts from 0 to 12
Number 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
3 0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36
4 0 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
5 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
6 0 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72
7 0 7 14 21 28 35 42 49 56 63 70 77 84
8 0 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
9 0 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90 99 108
10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
11 0 11 22 33 44 55 66 77 88 99 110 121 132
12 0 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144