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5 times table in real life: netball points drills

Use netball points drills to make the 5 times table concrete, funny and memorable.

Quick answer

5 times table in real life: netball points drills means using netball scoring to learn and remember the 5 times table, making maths fun and memorable.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will know how to use netball scoring to understand and remember the 5 times table, and you will be able to solve 5 times table problems using real-life examples. Success signs:
  • You can count in 5s up to 60
  • You can solve 5 times table problems using netball scoring
  • You can explain how 5 times table works using real-life examples
  • You can use 5 times table facts to solve simple maths problems

Why this matters

The 5 times table is useful in many everyday situations. In netball, players score points by shooting the ball through a hoop. Each successful shot is worth 5 points. If you know your 5 times table, you can quickly work out how many points a team has scored after a few shots. This skill helps with counting, problem-solving, and understanding how points work in games. Learning the 5 times table through netball also makes maths more fun and exciting.

How it works

The 5 times table is made up of groups of 5. When you play netball, each goal is worth 5 points. So:
  • 1 goal = 5 points
  • 2 goals = 10 points
  • 3 goals = 15 points
  • 4 goals = 20 points
  • 5 goals = 25 points
  • 6 goals = 30 points
  • 7 goals = 35 points
  • 8 goals = 40 points
  • 9 goals = 45 points
  • 10 goals = 50 points
  • 11 goals = 55 points
  • 12 goals = 60 points
You can also think of this as adding 5 each time. For example, 5 + 5 = 10, then 10 + 5 = 15, and so on.

Examples you can see

Let's imagine a netball game where you are keeping score. Here are some examples:
  • If a team scores 1 goal, they get 5 points
  • If a team scores 2 goals, they get 10 points
  • If a team scores 3 goals, they get 15 points
  • If a team scores 4 goals, they get 20 points
  • If a team scores 5 goals, they get 25 points
  • If a team scores 6 goals, they get 30 points
  • If a team scores 7 goals, they get 35 points
  • If a team scores 8 goals, they get 40 points
  • If a team scores 9 goals, they get 45 points
  • If a team scores 10 goals, they get 50 points
  • If a team scores 11 goals, they get 55 points
  • If a team scores 12 goals, they get 60 points

Try it as a mini adventure

Let's go on a netball scoring adventure! You are the team captain and need to keep track of your team's points. You will use the 5 times table to score points.
  1. First time: Your team scores 1 goal. How many points is that? 5 points
  2. Second time: Your team scores 2 goals. How many points is that? 10 points
  3. Third time: Your team scores 3 goals. How many points is that? 15 points
  4. Fourth time: Your team scores 4 goals. How many points is that? 20 points
  5. Fifth time: Your team scores 5 goals. How many points is that? 25 points
  6. Sixth time: Your team scores 6 goals. How many points is that? 30 points
  7. Seventh time: Your team scores 7 goals. How many points is that? 35 points
  8. Eighth time: Your team scores 8 goals. How many points is that? 40 points
  9. Ninth time: Your team scores 9 goals. How many points is that? 45 points
  10. Tenth time: Your team scores 10 goals. How many points is that? 50 points
  11. Eleventh time: Your team scores 11 goals. How many points is that? 55 points
  12. Twelfth time: Your team scores 12 goals. How many points is that? 60 points

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Thinking 5 x 5 = 20 instead of 25
    Why it happens: Confusing 5 x 5 with 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 = 25
    Fix: Use 5 groups of 5 to show that 5 x 5 = 25
  • Mistake: Counting 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 in 5s but getting confused
    Why it happens: Not using fingers or visual aids to help count
    Fix: Use fingers or draw dots to help count in 5s
  • Mistake: Forgetting that 5 x 0 = 0
    Why it happens: Thinking that 0 means nothing, so 0 x 5 must be 5
    Fix: Remember that 0 groups of 5 = 0 points

Parent and carer guide

As a parent or carer, you can help your child learn the 5 times table using netball points drills:
  • Play a game where you count goals in 5s together
  • Use real netball or basketball to make it fun
  • Encourage your child to draw 5s to show their thinking
  • Practice counting in 5s with your child every day
  • Use a stopwatch to time how fast they can count 5s
  • Ask your child to explain how 5 x 3 = 15 using netball goals
  • Use a chart or table to help them see the pattern
  • Don't worry if they make mistakes - they're learning!
  • Make it fun - use silly voices or songs to count in 5s
  • Give your child a break if they're getting frustrated

Practice questions

  1. How many points does 1 goal score? 5 points
  2. How many points does 2 goals score? 10 points
  3. How many points does 3 goals score? 15 points
  4. How many points does 4 goals score? 20 points
  5. How many points does 5 goals score? 25 points
  6. How many points does 6 goals score? 30 points
  7. How many points does 7 goals score? 35 points
  8. How many points does 8 goals score? 40 points
  9. How many points does 9 goals score? 45 points
  10. How many points does 10 goals score? 50 points
  11. How many points does 11 goals score? 55 points
  12. How many points does 12 goals score? 60 points

FAQ

What is the 5 times table?
The 5 times table is a list of multiples of 5. It shows what happens when you multiply 5 by 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12.

Why is the 5 times table useful?
The 5 times table is useful because it helps with counting, money (coins), time (5-minute intervals), and games like netball where each goal is worth 5 points.

How can I remember the 5 times table?
You can remember the 5 times table by counting in 5s, using fingers, drawing pictures, or singing a song.

Can I use the 5 times table in other games?
Yes! You can use the 5 times table in other games like football (where a goal is worth 5 points), rugby (where a try is worth 5 points), or any game where points are scored in groups of 5.

What if I forget the 5 times table?
If you forget the 5 times table, you can count in 5s or use repeated addition. For example, 5 x 4 = 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 = 20.