Maths Stories
5 times table funny story prompts
Silly story starters and character ideas that turn the 5 times table into memorable mini-adventures.
Quick answer
You can use silly stories and funny characters to help you remember the 5 times table. These stories make it fun and easy to learn!Learning outcome
By the end of this page, you will be able to remember the 5 times table by using silly story ideas and characters that make the numbers fun and easy to remember. Success signs:- You can count in 5s from 0 to 60
- You can solve 5 times table problems using story ideas
- You can create your own funny 5 times table story
- You can explain why 5 times any number is the same as adding 5 that many times
Why this matters
The 5 times table is useful in many everyday situations. When you are counting money, measuring time, or sharing snacks, you use the 5 times table. Funny stories help you remember it better than just memorising numbers. When you know your 5 times table, you can quickly solve problems and feel confident in maths.How it works
To learn the 5 times table with funny stories:- Start with 5 x 0 = 0 (no groups of 5)
- Then 5 x 1 = 5 (one group of 5)
- Continue with 5 x 2 = 10, 5 x 3 = 15, and so on
- Use silly characters or funny ideas to remember each number
- Practice counting in 5s and using stories to help you
Examples you can see
Let’s look at the 5 times table with silly stories to help you remember:| 5 times table | Silly story idea |
|---|---|
| 5 x 0 = 0 | Five little ghosts are trying to find a door, but there is no door at all. They are zero ghosts looking for a door! |
| 5 x 1 = 5 | Five silly monkeys are eating bananas. Each monkey eats one banana. So, 5 monkeys x 1 banana = 5 bananas! |
| 5 x 2 = 10 | Five silly ducks are walking, and each duck has 2 legs. So, 5 ducks x 2 legs = 10 legs! |
| 5 x 3 = 15 | Five little dinosaurs are eating 3 cupcakes each. So, 5 dinosaurs x 3 cupcakes = 15 cupcakes! |
| 5 x 4 = 20 | Five astronauts are walking on the moon and each take 4 steps. So, 5 astronauts x 4 steps = 20 steps! |
| 5 x 5 = 25 | Five friendly pandas are sharing 5 bamboo sticks each. So, 5 pandas x 5 sticks = 25 bamboo sticks! |
| 5 x 6 = 30 | Five silly robots are collecting 6 batteries each. So, 5 robots x 6 batteries = 30 batteries! |
| 5 x 7 = 35 | Five dancing giraffes are jumping 7 times each. So, 5 giraffes x 7 jumps = 35 jumps! |
| 5 x 8 = 40 | Five little elephants are painting 8 pictures each. So, 5 elephants x 8 pictures = 40 pictures! |
| 5 x 9 = 45 | Five silly knights are collecting 9 gold coins each. So, 5 knights x 9 coins = 45 coins! |
| 5 x 10 = 50 | Five happy bees are flying 10 times each. So, 5 bees x 10 flights = 50 flights! |
| 5 x 11 = 55 | Five silly clowns are juggling 11 balls each. So, 5 clowns x 11 balls = 55 balls! |
| 5 x 12 = 60 | Five silly aliens are collecting 12 stars each. So, 5 aliens x 12 stars = 60 stars! |
Try it as a mini adventure
Let’s go on a silly maths adventure! Adventure: The Funny 5 Times Table Quest You are a brave explorer who finds a magic book. Inside the book, there are 12 magical 5s that need to be collected to unlock a treasure chest. Each page of the book shows a funny story with 5 of something.- Page 1: 5 silly clowns are juggling 11 balls each. How many balls are there in total? (Answer: 5 x 11 = 55)
- Page 2: 5 friendly dinosaurs are eating 3 cupcakes each. How many cupcakes are there in total? (Answer: 5 x 3 = 15)
- Page 3: 5 dancing giraffes are jumping 7 times each. How many jumps are there in total? (Answer: 5 x 7 = 35)
- Page 4: 5 silly robots are collecting 6 batteries each. How many batteries are there in total? (Answer: 5 x 6 = 30)
- Page 5: 5 happy bees are flying 10 times each. How many flights are there in total? (Answer: 5 x 10 = 50)
Common mistakes
- Mistake: Thinking 5 x 5 = 20 instead of 25
Why it happens: Confusing the 5 times table with the 4 times table
Fix: Use the story of 5 pandas sharing 5 bamboo sticks each to remember 5 x 5 = 25 - Mistake: Counting 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65
Why it happens: Adding 5 too many times
Fix: Use a counting chart or skip counting in 5s to check your work - Mistake: Forgetting that 5 x 0 = 0
Why it happens: Thinking 0 is not a number or forgetting the rule
Fix: Remember that 0 groups of 5 = 0 items
Parent and carer guide
Parents and carers can help by:- Playing 5 times table games with your child, like counting in 5s or using fingers
- Reading the silly stories aloud and asking your child to count the items
- Using real objects like coins, counters, or toys to show 5 groups
- Practising the 5 times table facts together and making up silly stories
- Encouraging your child to make their own funny 5 times table story
Practice questions
- 5 x 4 = ?
- 5 x 7 = ?
- 5 x 10 = ?
- 5 x 12 = ?
- 5 x 1 = ?
- 20
- 35
- 50
- 60
- 5
FAQ
What is the 5 times table?
The 5 times table is a list of numbers you get when you multiply 5 by 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12.
Why are funny stories helpful for learning the 5 times table?
Funny stories help you remember the numbers because they are more fun and easier to remember than just numbers. When you connect a story to a number, you can recall it more easily.
How can I practice the 5 times table?
You can practice by counting in 5s, using silly stories, playing games, and using real objects like counters or toys to show groups of 5.
What if I forget a 5 times table fact?
If you forget a fact, you can count in 5s or use a story to help you. You can also use your fingers or draw groups of 5 to help you.
How can I make my own funny 5 times table story?
Think of a silly character or object, like a dancing elephant or a silly robot. Then, think of how many of that thing there are and how many items each one has. For example, 5 silly robots x 6 batteries = 30 batteries.