Times Tables Activity Book for Ages 5-7
CGP KS1 Activity Books And Cards Series
What’s inside...
This engaging activity book is designed specifically for children ages 5-7 to master their times tables. Through a series of fun and interactive exercises, kids will gain confidence in their multiplication skills, setting a strong foundation for more advanced math concepts. The book is bright and colorful, filled with charming characters and clear explanations. It includes practice on the 2, 3, 4, 5, and 10 times tables, with each table presented with shapes to help children visualize them. Fun activities help reinforce learning, and self-assessment boxes enable tracking of progress. Exciting puzzles are also included to apply math skills in different contexts, with answers provided at the back of the book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What's your favorite times table that we've learned so far and why?
Can you think of a fun story or example where you could use this multiplication in real life?
How do you feel when you solve a multiplication problem correctly?
If you could teach one of the times tables to a friend, which one would it be and how would you teach it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use real-world examples to make the times tables relatable. For instance, if discussing the three times table, talk about having three meals a day.
Celebrate small wins together to build confidence and create a positive learning environment.
Allow your child to teach you a times table. This reversal of roles can empower them and deepen their understanding.
Incorporate games or visual aids like flashcards to make learning more dynamic and less intimidating.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Mastering fundamental math skills
Explanation: Through engaging activities and exercises, children practice and reinforce their understanding of times tables, crucial for early mathematics education.
Real-World Application: Children apply these math skills in everyday situations like dividing groups of items, understanding time, and calculating expenses during shopping trips with parents.
Example Lesson: Building problem-solving abilities
Explanation: The book presents various challenges and puzzles that require logical thinking and strategy, encouraging children to think critically and solve problems on their own.
Real-World Application: This ability to solve mathematical problems translates to better decision making and problem-solving in real-life scenarios such as games, sports, and academic pursuits.
Example Lesson: Enhancing focus and concentration
Explanation: The structured activities require children to pay attention to detail and stay engaged, fostering a longer attention span and better concentration.
Real-World Application: Improved focus and concentration can help children in classroom settings, during homework sessions, and in activities that require sustained attention.
Example Lesson: Encouraging independent learning
Explanation: Tasks are designed to be completed with minimal adult supervision, promoting self-reliance and confidence in one’s abilities.
Real-World Application: This independence can boost self-esteem and motivate children to undertake new challenges without immediate external assistance, whether in academic settings or personal projects.