5 times table games with dice and cards

Quick answer

Learning outcome

• You can say the 5 times table facts from 0 to 12 quickly
• You can play a game using dice and cards to practice 5 times table facts
• You can use counters or objects to show 5 times table problems
• You can work out 5 times table answers without counting on your fingers

Why this matters

• Shopping – if something costs 5p, you can quickly work out how much 7 items cost
• Time – there are 5 minutes in every 5-minute interval on a clock
• Games – many board games use dice and counting, so 5 times table facts help you score faster
• Money – coins like 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p all use 5 times table ideas

How it works

• 0 x 5 = 0 (no groups of 5)
• 1 x 5 = 5 (one group of 5)
• 2 x 5 = 10 (two groups of 5)
• 3 x 5 = 15 (three groups of 5)
• 4 x 5 = 20 (four groups of 5)
• 5 x 5 = 25 (five groups of 5)
• 6 x 5 = 30 (six groups of 5)
• 7 x 5 = 35 (seven groups of 5)
• 8 x 5 = 40 (eight groups of 5)
• 9 x 5 = 45 (nine groups of 5)
• 10 x 5 = 50 (ten groups of 5)
• 11 x 5 = 55 (eleven groups of 5)
• 12 x 5 = 60 (twelve groups of 5)

Examples you can see

• Counting in 5s: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60
• Using counters: If you have 4 groups of 5 counters, you have 20 counters in total.
• Arrays: Draw 3 rows of 5 dots to show 3 x 5 = 15
• Real world: If you have 6 apples and each apple costs 5p, you pay 30p. This is 6 x 5 = 30

Try it as a mini adventure

• 1st time: Roll a dice. If you roll a 3, solve 3 x 5 = ?
• 2nd time: Draw 5 cards. Add their values together. If the total is a multiple of 5, you get a clue!
• 3rd time: Count 5 groups of 7 objects. How many objects are there?
• 4th time: Use a timer to see how fast you can say 5 times table facts from 0 to 12
• 5th time: Find 5 objects around your house and count them in 5s

Common mistakes

• Mistake: Thinking 5 x 5 = 20
  Why it happens: Confusing 5 x 5 with 4 x 5
  Fix: Remember 5 x 5 = 25 because 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 = 25
• Mistake: Forgetting that 0 x 5 = 0
  Why it happens: Thinking that 0 means nothing, so the answer must be 5
  Fix: Zero groups of 5 is 0 objects
• Mistake: Counting on fingers instead of using memory
  Why it happens: Not yet memorised the facts
  Fix: Practice with games and repetition

Parent and carer guide

• Play a quick game together using dice and counters
• Count in 5s together while walking or driving
• Use everyday objects like coins, buttons, or toys to make groups of 5
• Ask your child to show you 5 groups of different numbers using counters
• Encourage them to say the facts out loud and write them down

Practice questions

1. What is 5 x 4?
2. How many groups of 5 make 35?
3. What is 0 x 5?
4. Find 5 x 11
5. What is 5 x 7?
6. How many is 5 x 12?
7. What is 5 x 3?
8. What is 5 x 9?
9. How many groups of 5 make 50?
10. What is 5 x 6?

1. 20
2. 7
3. 0
4. 55
5. 35
6. 60
7. 15
8. 45
9. 10
10. 30

FAQ

How can I make 5 times table games fun?

Use dice, cards, counters, and timers. Play games like "5s Race" where you roll a dice and multiply the number by 5 to move forward.

Why is the 5 times table easy to learn?

It's easy because you're counting in 5s. You can use your fingers, and there are patterns. Every answer ends in 0 or 5.

What if my child finds 5 times table games boring?

Try different games like card matching, board games, or timed challenges. Keep it short and fun to keep interest.

Can I use 5 times table games for older children?

Yes! Older children can play advanced games, use 5 times table facts in bigger problems, or create their own 5 times table challenges.

How do I know if my child has learned the 5 times table?

They can quickly say 5 times table facts from 0 to 12 without counting. They can solve problems using 5 times table facts.