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Weekly Pocket Money 7 times table adventure

A story-led page turning weekly pocket money into a junior adventure for practising the 7 times table.

Quick answer

Weekly Pocket Money 7 times table adventure is a fun way to learn the 7 times table by imagining how much money you'd have after 1, 2, 3, and more weeks if you get £7 each week.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will know the 7 times table and be able to calculate how much money you'd have after any number of weeks if you get £7 pocket money each week. Success signs:
  • You can count in 7s up to 12 x 7
  • You can solve problems like "How much money after 5 weeks?"
  • You can use the 7 times table to figure out how many weeks it takes to save a certain amount
  • You can imagine real-life situations where the 7 times table helps

Why this matters

Learning the 7 times table helps you understand money, plan for the future, and solve problems in daily life. Whether you're saving up for a toy, counting your pocket money, or sharing snacks with friends, knowing your 7 times table makes it easier to do the maths quickly and confidently. In games and real life, you'll often meet groups of 7, like days in a week, or 7 colours in a rainbow. If you're ever shopping, cooking, or even planning a party, the 7 times table helps you count faster and more accurately.

How it works

Let's imagine you get £7 pocket money every week. To work out how much money you'll have after a certain number of weeks, you multiply the number of weeks by 7. Here's how it works step by step:
  1. Start with 1 week = £7
  2. 2 weeks = £7 + £7 = £14
  3. 3 weeks = £14 + £7 = £21
  4. Keep adding £7 for each extra week
  5. Or, multiply the number of weeks by 7
You can also think of it as equal groups of 7. For example, 3 weeks = 3 groups of 7 pounds.

Examples you can see

Let's use real-life examples to show how the 7 times table works: Example 1: Saving up for a book You want to buy a book that costs £28. How many weeks will it take to save this amount if you get £7 each week?
  • 1 week = £7
  • 2 weeks = £14
  • 3 weeks = £21
  • 4 weeks = £28
So, it will take 4 weeks to save enough for the book. Example 2: Sharing pizza You and your 6 friends are sharing a pizza. Each person gets 1 slice. How many slices are there in total?
  • 1 group of 7 = 7 slices
So, there are 7 slices in total. Example 3: Weekly tasks You have 5 chores to do each week. Each chore takes 7 minutes. How long will it take to do all 5 chores?
  • 1 chore = 7 minutes
  • 2 chores = 14 minutes
  • 3 chores = 21 minutes
  • 4 chores = 28 minutes
  • 5 chores = 35 minutes
It will take 35 minutes to do all 5 chores.

Try it as a mini adventure

Adventure: The Pocket Money Quest You are a brave explorer who needs to find treasure hidden in the land of numbers. To reach the treasure, you must solve 7 challenges, and each challenge gives you £7.
  • 1st challenge: You find £7
  • 2nd challenge: You find £7 more = £14
  • 3rd challenge: You find £7 more = £21
  • 4th challenge: You find £7 more = £28
  • 5th challenge: You find £7 more = £35
  • 6th challenge: You find £7 more = £42
  • 7th challenge: You find £7 more = £49
Great job! You have found £49. Now you can buy a special map to find the treasure. You can use your 7 times table to work out how much money you'll have after any number of challenges.

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Thinking 7 x 8 = 54
    Why it happens: Confusing the 7 times table with other tables or rushing.
    Fix: Use skip counting or draw 8 groups of 7 to see that 7 x 8 = 56.
  • Mistake: Forgetting that 7 x 0 = 0
    Why it happens: Thinking that multiplying by 0 means the answer is still 7.
    Fix: Remember that 0 groups of anything = 0. So 7 x 0 = 0.
  • Mistake: Counting wrong when adding 7s
    Why it happens: Making errors in repeated addition.
    Fix: Use a number line or draw arrays to help you count correctly.

Parent and carer guide

Parents and carers can help by:
  • Playing the 7 times table game together, counting up to 12 x 7
  • Using real pocket money to show how it adds up
  • Practising with small amounts, like 7p, 14p, 21p, and so on
  • Encouraging children to imagine different scenarios, like saving for a toy
  • Using the 7 times table to solve everyday problems, like "If we buy 7 apples, how many are there in total?"
What to say: "Can you imagine getting £7 each week for 3 weeks? How much would you have?" "Let's count in 7s together – 7, 14, 21, 28, 35, 42, 49, 56, 63, 70, 77, 84." What not to worry about: Children may make mistakes at first, but that's part of learning. Don't rush or pressure them. Let them explore and make their own discoveries.

Practice questions

  1. How much money do you have after 4 weeks if you get £7 each week?
  2. If you save £7 each week, how many weeks will it take to save £35?
  3. How much money is 6 weeks of £7 pocket money?
  4. What is 9 x 7?
  5. If you buy 7 items that each cost £7, how much do you spend?
Answers:
  1. £28
  2. 5 weeks
  3. £42
  4. 63
  5. £49

FAQ

What is the 7 times table?

The 7 times table shows the results of multiplying 7 by numbers from 0 to 12. For example, 7 x 1 = 7, 7 x 2 = 14, and so on.

How can I remember the 7 times table?

You can use skip counting, draw arrays, or use your fingers. Singing a 7 times table song or chanting it can also help.

Why is learning the 7 times table useful?

It helps with money, planning, sharing, and solving everyday problems. It's also useful for more advanced maths later on.

Can I use the 7 times table for other things?

Yes! You can use it for counting days in a week, sharing items, or even when cooking or shopping.

What if I forget a 7 times table fact?

You can use repeated addition or skip counting to work it out. For example, 7 x 6 = 7 + 7 + 7 + 7 + 7 + 7 = 42.

Full 7 times table facts

7 times table Answer
0 x 7 0
1 x 7 7
2 x 7 14
3 x 7 21
4 x 7 28
5 x 7 35
6 x 7 42
7 x 7 49
8 x 7 56
9 x 7 63
10 x 7 70
11 x 7 77
12 x 7 84