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11 times table skip-counting practice

Count forwards and backwards in 11s with number lines, movement games and call-and-response practice.

Quick answer

Counting in 11s means jumping forward or backward by 11 each time, like 11, 22, 33, 44, 55, and so on. You can practice this by moving along a number line, singing songs, or playing games.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will be able to count forwards and backwards in 11s, starting from 0, and use this skill to solve simple problems. Success signs:
  • You can say the 11 times table from 0 to 12 out loud
  • You can count 11s on a number line
  • You can solve a simple problem using skip-counting in 11s
  • You can play a game that uses counting in 11s

Why this matters

Counting in 11s helps you learn your 11 times table quickly and easily. It's useful when you need to add or multiply by 11. It also helps you understand patterns in numbers, which makes maths more fun and easier to understand. In games, sports, and everyday life, you might count in 11s to keep score, measure things, or find how many items you have. For example, if you are playing a board game and each player gets 11 points, you can count 11, 22, 33, 44, and so on to keep track.

How it works

Counting in 11s means you start at 0 and add 11 each time. You can think of it like this:
  • Start at 0
  • Count 11 more (0 + 11 = 11)
  • Count 11 more again (11 + 11 = 22)
  • Keep adding 11 (22 + 11 = 33)
You can also count backwards. If you start at 132 and subtract 11 each time, you get 121, 110, 99, 88, and so on.

Examples you can see

Here is how counting in 11s looks on a number line:
Step Number Jump
1st time 0 0 + 11 = 11
2nd time 11 11 + 11 = 22
3rd time 22 22 + 11 = 33
4th time 33 33 + 11 = 44
5th time 44 44 + 11 = 55
6th time 55 55 + 11 = 66
7th time 66 66 + 11 = 77
8th time 77 77 + 11 = 88
9th time 88 88 + 11 = 99
10th time 99 99 + 11 = 110
11th time 110 110 + 11 = 121
12th time 121 121 + 11 = 132
You can also see this in a real-world example. Imagine you are buying 11 toy cars for each of your 4 friends. That’s 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 = 44 toy cars in total. You could count by 11s to get to 44: 11, 22, 33, 44.

Try it as a mini adventure

Adventure: The 11s Treasure Hunt You are on a treasure hunt! The map says that the treasure is hidden at a number that is a multiple of 11. You start at 0 and must count by 11s to find it. Each time you count, you move forward 11 steps.
  • Step 1: Start at 0
  • Step 2: Count 11 steps forward (0 + 11 = 11)
  • Step 3: Count 11 more steps (11 + 11 = 22)
  • Step 4: Count 11 more steps (22 + 11 = 33)
  • Step 5: Count 11 more steps (33 + 11 = 44)
  • Step 6: Count 11 more steps (44 + 11 = 55)
  • Step 7: Count 11 more steps (55 + 11 = 66)
  • Step 8: Count 11 more steps (66 + 11 = 77)
  • Step 9: Count 11 more steps (77 + 11 = 88)
  • Step 10: Count 11 more steps (88 + 11 = 99)
  • Step 11: Count 11 more steps (99 + 11 = 110)
  • Step 12: Count 11 more steps (110 + 11 = 121)
  • Step 13: Count 11 more steps (121 + 11 = 132)
The treasure is at 132! You found it by counting in 11s.

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Forgetting to add 11 each time.
    Why it happens: The child might think they are counting by 1s or 2s instead of 11s.
    Fix: Use a number line or count on your fingers to help you keep track.
  • Mistake: Counting backwards by 10s instead of 11s.
    Why it happens: It’s easy to mix up 11 and 10.
    Fix: Practice counting backwards from 132 to 0 by 11s to build memory.
  • Mistake: Skipping numbers in the sequence.
    Why it happens: The child might get confused by the larger numbers.
    Fix: Use a chart or write the numbers down to help see the pattern.

Parent and carer guide

Parents and carers can help by:
  • Practising counting in 11s together, using a number line or counting objects
  • Playing games like “11s hopscotch” where you jump 11 spaces each time
  • Using real-life examples like buying 11 stickers or 11 toy blocks
  • Encouraging children to sing songs or chant the 11 times table
  • Checking that the child counts correctly and gives positive feedback
Try this activity with your child:
  • Count 11s out loud together, starting from 0
  • Use 11 blocks or toys and count them in groups of 11
  • Draw a number line and mark the 11s as you go
  • Play a game where you count backwards from 132 to 0 in 11s

Practice questions

  1. What is 11 + 11?
  2. What is 11 + 11 + 11?
  3. Count forwards from 0 in 11s to 66.
  4. Count backwards from 132 in 11s to 0.
  5. What is 11 x 5?
Answers:
  1. 22
  2. 33
  3. 0, 11, 22, 33, 44, 55, 66
  4. 132, 121, 110, 99, 88, 77, 66, 55, 44, 33, 22, 11, 0
  5. 55

FAQ

How do I remember the 11 times table?

Try counting in 11s and using patterns. For example, 11 x 1 = 11, 11 x 2 = 22, 11 x 3 = 33. You can see that the digits are the same!

Why is counting in 11s useful?

It helps you learn multiplication facts quickly. It also helps you solve problems faster, like when you need to add 11 or multiply by 11.

Can I count in 11s backwards?

Yes! Counting backwards in 11s is just like counting forwards, but you subtract 11 each time. For example, 132, 121, 110, 99, 88.

What is 11 x 0?

11 x 0 = 0. Any number multiplied by 0 equals 0.

How can I practice counting in 11s at home?

You can count 11s while walking, jumping, or singing songs. You can also use blocks or toys to make groups of 11 and count them.