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12 times table games with dice and cards

Quick games using dice, cards, counters and timers to build confidence with the 12 facts.

Quick answer

You can learn your 12 times table facts using fun games with dice, cards, and counters. These games help you remember the answers to 12 x 0 through 12 x 12 quickly and easily.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will be able to quickly recall the answers to the 12 times table, using dice and cards to play games that help you practice and remember. Success signs:
  • You can say the 12 times table facts from 0 x 12 to 12 x 12
  • You can play a 12 times table game using dice or cards
  • You can solve simple 12 times table problems without counting
  • You can use what you know to help with bigger maths problems

Why this matters

Knowing your 12 times table helps you do bigger maths more quickly and easily. It’s useful for:
  • Sharing items equally
  • Working out how much money you need
  • Understanding how many things there are when they come in groups
  • Playing games that involve scores or points
  • Helping with your school maths homework

How it works

The 12 times table is like making groups of 12. For example:
  • 1 group of 12 = 12
  • 2 groups of 12 = 24
  • 3 groups of 12 = 36
You can also think of it as adding 12 again and again:
  • 12 + 12 = 24
  • 24 + 12 = 36
This is called repeated addition.

Examples you can see

Here is the full 12 times table:
12 × Answer
0 0
1 12
2 24
3 36
4 48
5 60
6 72
7 84
8 96
9 108
10 120
11 132
12 144
Real-world example: Imagine you are helping to set up for a party. Each table holds 12 chairs. If there are 5 tables, how many chairs are there in total? You can count by 12s: 12, 24, 36, 48, 60. So, 5 × 12 = 60 chairs.

Try it as a mini adventure

Adventure: The 12 Times Table Treasure Hunt You are a brave explorer looking for treasure in a magical land. To find the treasure, you must solve 12 times table problems to open locks on treasure chests.
  • 1st time: Roll a dice. If you get a 3, solve 12 × 3 = ?
  • 2nd time: Draw a card. If it's a 6, solve 12 × 6 = ?
  • 3rd time: Count out 12 counters 4 times. How many counters do you have? 12 × 4 = ?
  • 4th time: Use a timer. See how many 12 times table facts you can solve in 2 minutes.
  • 5th time: Find 12 objects in your house. Count how many there are in total if you have 3 groups of 12.

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Thinking 12 × 5 = 50
    Why it happens: Confusing 12 × 5 with 10 × 5 = 50
    Fix: Remember 12 × 5 = 60. You can think of it as 10 × 5 = 50 + 2 × 5 = 10, so 50 + 10 = 60
  • Mistake: Forgetting that 12 × 0 = 0
    Why it happens: Thinking that 0 is a special number and doesn’t work
    Fix: Remember that no groups of 12 = 0 items. 0 × 12 = 0
  • Mistake: Counting 12, 24, 36, 48, 60, 72, 84, 96, 108, 120, 132, 144 and then stopping at 132
    Why it happens: Not knowing 12 × 12 = 144
    Fix: Practice with a timer or game to build speed

Parent and carer guide

Parents and carers can help by:
  • Playing 12 times table games with children for 5-10 minutes each day
  • Using everyday objects like counters, coins, or toys to show 12 groups
  • Encouraging children to say the facts out loud, or write them down
  • Using a timer to make games more exciting and to track progress
  • Practising the 12 times table facts in a fun way, not like a test
What to say:
  • “Let’s count by 12s together!”
  • “How many groups of 12 can we make?”
  • “You did a great job solving that 12 times table fact!”
What not to worry about:
  • Children may mix up the facts at first – this is normal
  • They might need to count or use fingers – that’s okay
  • Some facts may take longer to learn – be patient

Practice questions

  1. What is 12 × 7?
  2. How many is 12 × 9?
  3. Solve: 12 × 4 = ?
  4. What is 12 × 11?
  5. Calculate: 12 × 0 = ?
  6. Find: 12 × 12 = ?
  7. What is 12 × 3?
  8. How many is 12 × 6?
  9. Solve: 12 × 10 = ?
  10. What is 12 × 8?
Answers:
  1. 84
  2. 108
  3. 48
  4. 132
  5. 0
  6. 144
  7. 36
  8. 72
  9. 120
  10. 96

FAQ

What is the 12 times table?

The 12 times table is the list of answers when you multiply 12 by numbers from 0 to 12. It helps you quickly work out how many items there are when they come in groups of 12.

How can I learn the 12 times table quickly?

You can learn it quickly by playing games with dice, cards, and counters. You can also use repeated addition or skip counting by 12s.

Why is the 12 times table useful?

The 12 times table helps with sharing, money, time, and many real-life situations. For example, if you have 5 groups of 12 cookies, you know there are 60 cookies in total.

Can I use a timer to practice?

Yes! Using a timer makes practice more fun and helps you get faster at solving 12 times table problems.

What if I forget a fact?

If you forget a fact, try counting by 12s or think of it as repeated addition. You can also use a chart or ask someone for help.