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Original 10 times table rhyme ideas
Create safe, fresh rhyme prompts for tens and place value.
Quick answer
You can create your own fun and memorable 10 times table rhymes to help you learn and remember the multiplication facts from 0 × 10 to 12 × 10.Learning outcome
By the end of this page, you will be able to create your own original 10 times table rhymes to help you remember the multiplication facts. Success signs:- You can say the 10 times table from 0 × 10 to 12 × 10
- You can make up a rhyme that helps you remember one fact
- You can use your rhyme to solve a multiplication problem
- You can share your rhyme with a friend or family member
Why this matters
Rhymes help your brain remember things more easily. When you make up your own rhymes for the 10 times table, you're not just learning numbers – you're creating something special that makes maths fun and personal. These rhymes can help you remember the 10 times table facts quickly, which will help you in school and in everyday life when you need to multiply by 10.How it works
Making a rhyme for the 10 times table is like creating a little song that helps you remember. You can use words that rhyme, make up silly stories, or even use your own name or a friend's name. The best rhymes are ones that make sense and are easy to remember. Here are the steps to create your own rhyme:- Choose one fact from the 10 times table (like 3 × 10)
- Think of something that happens with that many things (like 3 groups of 10)
- Make up a short sentence or two that tells a story
- Make sure the last words rhyme
- Try saying it out loud several times
Examples you can see
Let's look at how to make rhymes for some of the 10 times table facts. 0 × 10 = 0 Rhyme: "Zero groups of ten, that's nothing at all, zero times ten is zero, that's the rule!" 1 × 10 = 10 Rhyme: "One group of ten, that's ten, one times ten is ten, I can count it again!" 2 × 10 = 20 Rhyme: "Two groups of ten, that's twenty, two times ten is twenty, that's a great party!" 3 × 10 = 30 Rhyme: "Three groups of ten, that's thirty, three times ten is thirty, we can count it with glee!" 4 × 10 = 40 Rhyme: "Four groups of ten, that's forty, four times ten is forty, that's a lot of money!" 5 × 10 = 50 Rhyme: "Five groups of ten, that's fifty, five times ten is fifty, we can count it with glee!" 6 × 10 = 60 Rhyme: "Six groups of ten, that's sixty, six times ten is sixty, that's a good party!" 7 × 10 = 70 Rhyme: "Seven groups of ten, that's seventy, seven times ten is seventy, that's a lot of money!" 8 × 10 = 80 Rhyme: "Eight groups of ten, that's eighty, eight times ten is eighty, that's a good party!" 9 × 10 = 90 Rhyme: "Nine groups of ten, that's ninety, nine times ten is ninety, that's a good party!" 10 × 10 = 100 Rhyme: "Ten groups of ten, that's a hundred, ten times ten is a hundred, that's a great number!" 11 × 10 = 110 Rhyme: "Eleven groups of ten, that's one hundred ten, eleven times ten is one hundred ten, that's a lot of money!" 12 × 10 = 120 Rhyme: "Twelve groups of ten, that's one hundred twenty, twelve times ten is one hundred twenty, that's a good party!"Try it as a mini adventure
Let's go on a rhyme-making adventure to create 5 original 10 times table rhymes. Adventure Quest: Make Your Own 10 Times Table Rhymes 1st time: Think of a fact you want to make a rhyme for. Maybe it's 5 × 10. What would 5 groups of 10 look like? What could happen with 5 groups of 10? 2nd time: Make up a short story about 5 groups of 10. For example, "Five groups of ten, that's fifty, five times ten is fifty, I can count it with glee!" 3rd time: Try saying your rhyme out loud. Say it three times so it gets stuck in your head. 4th time: Try making a rhyme for 8 × 10. Think of something with 8 groups of 10. 5th time: Share your rhymes with a friend or family member. See if they can remember them too!Common mistakes
- Mistake: Making a rhyme that doesn't match the fact
Why it happens: You might say "three times ten is thirty" but your rhyme says "three times ten is thirty, that's a lot of money!" when you're thinking of something else.
Fix: Check that your rhyme matches the fact you're working on. If you're doing 3 × 10, your rhyme should say "three times ten is thirty" and not something else. - Mistake: Forgetting to rhyme
Why it happens: You might make a great story but forget to make the last words rhyme.
Fix: Try to think of rhyming words for the end of your sentence. For example, "ten times ten is one hundred" – the words "hundred" and "ten" don't rhyme, so try "ten times ten is one hundred, that's a lot of fun!" - Mistake: Making rhymes too long
Why it happens: You might try to tell a whole story instead of just a short rhyme.
Fix: Keep your rhymes short and simple. A rhyme should be two lines or maybe three lines. Try to keep it under 10 words. - Mistake: Using words that don't make sense
Why it happens: You might make up a rhyme like "six times ten is sixty, that's a big tree" when you're thinking of something else.
Fix: Make sure your rhyme makes sense with the numbers you're working with. If you're doing 6 × 10, think of something that has 6 groups of 10, like 6 groups of 10 cookies or 6 groups of 10 stars.
Parent and carer guide
Here's how you can help your child make 10 times table rhymes:- Ask your child to tell you what they're learning about multiplication
- Encourage them to think of things they like that come in groups of 10
- Help them brainstorm ideas for rhymes, like "ten groups of ten is one hundred" or "ten times ten is one hundred"
- Let them practice saying their rhymes out loud
- Play a game where you both make rhymes for different facts
- Don't worry if their rhymes aren't perfect – the goal is to make it fun and memorable
- Notice if they're getting confused about the facts – help them check their work
- Share your own rhymes if you have any, or make up some together
- Encourage them to use their rhymes when they're doing multiplication problems
- Make it a game – see who can come up with the best rhyme
Practice questions
- Make a rhyme for 0 × 10
Answer: "Zero groups of ten, that's nothing at all, zero times ten is zero, that's the rule!" - Make a rhyme for 1 × 10
Answer: "One group of ten, that's ten, one times ten is ten, I can count it again!" - Make a rhyme for 2 × 10
Answer: "Two groups of ten, that's twenty, two times ten is twenty, that's a great party!" - Make a rhyme for 3 × 10
Answer: "Three groups of ten, that's thirty, three times ten is thirty, we can count it with glee!" - Make a rhyme for 4 × 10
Answer: "Four groups of ten, that's forty, four times ten is forty, that's a lot of money!" - Make a rhyme for 5 × 10
Answer: "Five groups of ten, that's fifty, five times ten is fifty, we can count it with glee!" - Make a rhyme for 6 × 10
Answer: "Six groups of ten, that's sixty, six times ten is sixty, that's a good party!" - Make a rhyme for 7 × 10
Answer: "Seven groups of ten, that's seventy, seven times ten is seventy, that's a lot of money!" - Make a rhyme for 8 × 10
Answer: "Eight groups of ten, that's eighty, eight times ten is eighty, that's a good party!" - Make a rhyme for 9 × 10
Answer: "Nine groups of ten, that's ninety, nine times ten is ninety, that's a good party!" - Make a rhyme for 10 × 10
Answer: "Ten groups of ten, that's a hundred, ten times ten is a hundred, that's a great number!" - Make a rhyme for 11 × 10
Answer: "Eleven groups of ten, that's one hundred ten, eleven times ten is one hundred ten, that's a lot of money!" - Make a rhyme for 12 × 10
Answer: "Twelve groups of ten, that's one hundred twenty, twelve times ten is one hundred twenty, that's a good party!"
FAQ
What is a times table rhyme?
A times table rhyme is a short poem or saying that helps you remember a multiplication fact. For example, "two times ten is twenty" might be turned into a rhyme like "Two groups of ten, that's twenty, two times ten is twenty, that's a great party!"
Why do we need rhymes for multiplication?
Rhymes help our brains remember things more easily. When we make up a rhyme for a multiplication fact, we're creating a fun and memorable way to learn the numbers. This makes it easier to remember the facts when we need them in school or in daily life.
Can I make up my own rhymes?
Yes, absolutely! Making up your own rhymes is one of the best ways to learn multiplication. You can use your own name, your friends' names, or things you like to make the rhymes personal and fun.
How many rhymes should I make?
It's good to make a few rhymes for each fact you're learning. Start with just a few and add more as you get better at making them. The more you practice, the easier it gets.
What if I can't think of a rhyme?
That's okay! Try thinking of something you like that comes in groups of 10. For example, if you're learning 7 × 10, think about 7 groups of 10 cookies, or 7 groups of 10 stars. Then try to make a short story about that. If you still can't think of a rhyme, that's okay – keep trying and ask for help if you need it.