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Game Health Hearts 8 times table adventure

A story-led page turning game health hearts into a junior adventure for practising the 8 times table.

Quick answer

You can learn the 8 times table by playing a fun game where you help a character collect hearts to keep their health up. Each heart represents 8 points, so if you collect 3 hearts, you have 24 points. This is the same as 3 × 8 = 24.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will know your 8 times table and understand how it works in real life, like in games, sports, or everyday situations. Success signs:
  • You can count in 8s up to 12 × 8
  • You can solve 8 × 3 or 8 × 7 without counting
  • You can see how 8 × 4 = 32 looks like 4 groups of 8
  • You can use 8 times table facts to solve simple problems

Why this matters

Learning your 8 times table helps you in many ways. It makes it easier to count points in games, work out how many items you need for a party, or even share food equally. It also helps you do bigger maths later, like fractions and division. Knowing your times tables helps you feel confident in maths and makes learning new ideas easier.

How it works

The 8 times table is about making equal groups of 8. For example:
  • 1 group of 8 = 8
  • 2 groups of 8 = 16
  • 3 groups of 8 = 24
  • 4 groups of 8 = 32
  • 5 groups of 8 = 40
  • 6 groups of 8 = 48
  • 7 groups of 8 = 56
  • 8 groups of 8 = 64
  • 9 groups of 8 = 72
  • 10 groups of 8 = 80
  • 11 groups of 8 = 88
  • 12 groups of 8 = 96
Each time you add another group of 8, you add 8 more to your total. This is like counting by 8s: 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 96.

Examples you can see

Let’s imagine you are playing a game where your character collects hearts to stay healthy. Each heart gives you 8 points. Here are some examples:
Number of Hearts Points How it works
1 heart 8 points 1 × 8 = 8
2 hearts 16 points 2 × 8 = 16
3 hearts 24 points 3 × 8 = 24
4 hearts 32 points 4 × 8 = 32
5 hearts 40 points 5 × 8 = 40
6 hearts 48 points 6 × 8 = 48
7 hearts 56 points 7 × 8 = 56
8 hearts 64 points 8 × 8 = 64
9 hearts 72 points 9 × 8 = 72
10 hearts 80 points 10 × 8 = 80
11 hearts 88 points 11 × 8 = 88
12 hearts 96 points 12 × 8 = 96
You can also draw this with pictures. Draw 3 hearts, and next to each heart, draw 8 stars. Count all the stars to see that 3 × 8 = 24.

Try it as a mini adventure

Adventure: The Health Hero Quest You are a hero in a game who needs to collect hearts to stay strong. Each heart gives you 8 health points. Your goal is to collect 12 hearts to become the strongest hero in the land.
  • 1st time: You collect 1 heart. How many points do you have? 1 × 8 = 8
  • 2nd time: You collect 2 hearts. How many points do you have? 2 × 8 = 16
  • 3rd time: You collect 3 hearts. How many points do you have? 3 × 8 = 24
  • 4th time: You collect 4 hearts. How many points do you have? 4 × 8 = 32
  • 5th time: You collect 5 hearts. How many points do you have? 5 × 8 = 40
  • 6th time: You collect 6 hearts. How many points do you have? 6 × 8 = 48
  • 7th time: You collect 7 hearts. How many points do you have? 7 × 8 = 56
  • 8th time: You collect 8 hearts. How many points do you have? 8 × 8 = 64
  • 9th time: You collect 9 hearts. How many points do you have? 9 × 8 = 72
  • 10th time: You collect 10 hearts. How many points do you have? 10 × 8 = 80
  • 11th time: You collect 11 hearts. How many points do you have? 11 × 8 = 88
  • 12th time: You collect 12 hearts. How many points do you have? 12 × 8 = 96
You did it! You collected 12 hearts and now have 96 health points. You are the strongest hero in the land!

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Thinking 8 × 7 = 54 instead of 56
    Why it happens: Confusing 7 × 7 = 49 with 8 × 7
    Fix: Remember that 8 × 7 = 56 because 7 × 7 = 49 and 49 + 7 = 56
  • Mistake: Counting by 8s wrong, like 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 96
    Why it happens: Forgetting to add 8 each time
    Fix: Use skip counting or a number line to help you
  • Mistake: Thinking 8 × 0 = 8
    Why it happens: Confusing with 8 + 0 = 8
    Fix: Remember that 0 groups of anything = 0
  • Mistake: Mixing up 8 × 3 = 24 and 3 × 8 = 24
    Why it happens: Not understanding that order doesn’t matter
    Fix: Use arrays or repeated addition to see that both are the same

Parent and carer guide

You can help your child learn the 8 times table by:
  • Playing the game together and counting points
  • Using real-life examples like 8 legs on a spider or 8 slices in a pizza
  • Practising skip counting in 8s with your child
  • Using a number line to show how 8s work
  • Practising with flashcards or online games
It’s normal for children to make mistakes. Be patient and encourage them to try again. You don’t need to rush. Learning times tables takes time and practice.

Practice questions

  1. What is 8 × 4?
  2. What is 8 × 9?
  3. What is 8 × 0?
  4. What is 8 × 11?
  5. What is 8 × 6?
Answers:
  1. 32
  2. 72
  3. 0
  4. 88
  5. 48

FAQ

What is the 8 times table?

The 8 times table is a list of numbers you get when you multiply 8 by 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. For example, 8 × 3 = 24.

Why is learning the 8 times table useful?

Knowing the 8 times table helps you do maths faster and easier. It is useful for games, sharing food, and solving bigger problems in school.

How can I remember the 8 times table?

You can remember by counting in 8s, using arrays or drawings, or by playing games. Practice every day and you will get better!

Can I use the 8 times table for fractions?

Yes! For example, if you have 8 slices of pizza and eat 4, you ate 4/8 of the pizza. That is the same as 1/2.

What if I forget a fact?

That’s okay! You can use repeated addition or skip counting to figure it out. For example, 8 × 7 = 8 + 8 + 8 + 8 + 8 + 8 + 8 = 56.