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Netball Points Drills 5 times table adventure

A story-led page turning netball points drills into a junior adventure for practising the 5 times table.

Quick answer

By playing Netball Points Drills, you can practice the 5 times table in a fun, active way that helps you learn your 5 times table facts from 0 to 12.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will be able to multiply any number by 5 and solve real-life netball problems using the 5 times table. Success signs:
  • You can count in 5s up to 60
  • You know your 5 times table facts from 0 × 5 to 12 × 5
  • You can solve netball scoring problems using the 5 times table
  • You can explain how 5 groups of a number make that number multiplied by 5

Why this matters

When you play netball, you score points by making shots. If you know your 5 times table, you can quickly work out how many points you have scored. This helps you keep track of the game and makes you better at netball. It also helps with other things like sharing snacks, counting coins, or even planning your day.

How it works

Every time you score a netball point, it's worth 5 points. So if you score 1 point, you have 5 points. If you score 2 points, you have 10 points. If you score 3 points, you have 15 points. This is the same as 1 × 5 = 5, 2 × 5 = 10, 3 × 5 = 15, and so on. You can think of this like:
  • 5 groups of 1 = 5
  • 5 groups of 2 = 10
  • 5 groups of 3 = 15
  • 5 groups of 4 = 20

Examples you can see

Let’s imagine you are playing netball and you score some goals. Example 1: You score 3 goals. How many points did you get?
  • Each goal is worth 5 points
  • So, 3 goals = 3 × 5 = 15 points
Example 2: Your friend scores 6 goals. How many points did they get?
  • Each goal is worth 5 points
  • So, 6 goals = 6 × 5 = 30 points
Example 3: You score 10 goals. How many points did you get?
  • Each goal is worth 5 points
  • So, 10 goals = 10 × 5 = 50 points

Try it as a mini adventure

Netball Points Drills Adventure You are playing netball in your school team. You are the best shooter in the team, and you want to beat your personal best score. You have 12 shots to make. Each shot is worth 5 points. How many points can you score? Let’s go through this step by step:
  1. 1st time: You score 1 goal. 1 × 5 = 5 points
  2. 2nd time: You score 2 goals. 2 × 5 = 10 points
  3. 3rd time: You score 3 goals. 3 × 5 = 15 points
  4. 4th time: You score 4 goals. 4 × 5 = 20 points
  5. 5th time: You score 5 goals. 5 × 5 = 25 points
  6. 6th time: You score 6 goals. 6 × 5 = 30 points
  7. 7th time: You score 7 goals. 7 × 5 = 35 points
  8. 8th time: You score 8 goals. 8 × 5 = 40 points
  9. 9th time: You score 9 goals. 9 × 5 = 45 points
  10. 10th time: You score 10 goals. 10 × 5 = 50 points
  11. 11th time: You score 11 goals. 11 × 5 = 55 points
  12. 12th time: You score 12 goals. 12 × 5 = 60 points
Adventure challenge: How many points did you score in total if you scored 12 goals? That's 12 × 5 = 60 points!

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Thinking 5 × 5 = 20
    Why it happens: Confusing the 5 times table with the 4 times table
    Fix: Remember 5 × 5 = 25. You can count in 5s: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25
  • Mistake: Forgetting that 0 × 5 = 0
    Why it happens: Thinking that 0 is not a number
    Fix: If you have 0 goals, you have 0 × 5 = 0 points
  • Mistake: Mixing up 5 × 6 and 6 × 5
    Why it happens: Not knowing that multiplication is commutative
    Fix: Remember 5 × 6 = 30 and 6 × 5 = 30. The answer is the same!

Parent and carer guide

Parents and carers can help by:
  • Playing the 5 times table chant together: “5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60”
  • Using netball or basketball to show 5 points per shot
  • Counting in 5s while walking or driving
  • Practising with flashcards or online games
  • Encouraging children to explain how they solved a problem
How to support your child:
  • Ask them to show you how they counted in 5s
  • Play a quick game: “I say a number, you say the 5 times table fact”
  • Use real-life examples like shopping or pocket money
  • Don’t worry if they make mistakes – they’re learning!

Practice questions

  1. How many points do you get for 4 goals?
  2. How many points do you get for 7 goals?
  3. How many points do you get for 9 goals?
  4. How many points do you get for 11 goals?
  5. How many points do you get for 12 goals?
Answers:
  1. 4 × 5 = 20 points
  2. 7 × 5 = 35 points
  3. 9 × 5 = 45 points
  4. 11 × 5 = 55 points
  5. 12 × 5 = 60 points

FAQ

How can I remember the 5 times table?

Count in 5s: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60. You can also double the number and then add 5, or use your fingers to help!

Why is 5 times table important?

The 5 times table is useful because it helps with counting money (coins), time (minutes), and scoring in games like netball, football, and basketball.

What if I forget a 5 times table fact?

You can count in 5s or think of it as repeated addition. For example, 5 × 6 is the same as 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 = 30.

Can I use the 5 times table for other games?

Yes! Any game where you score 5 points per action can use the 5 times table. Like scoring in football, or collecting 5 points for each good behaviour.

What are some other ways to practice the 5 times table?

You can use flashcards, play online games, sing songs, or even use your fingers to count in 5s. The more you practice, the easier it gets!

5 Times Table Facts
Number 5 × Number
0 0
1 5
2 10
3 15
4 20
5 25
6 30
7 35
8 40
9 45
10 50
11 55
12 60