What is the easiest way to learn the times tables?
Practice one table at a time until it's automatic, then mix them. Short daily sessions beat long occasional ones, and patterns help — the 9 times table digits always add up to 9, and any number times 10 just adds a zero.
Which times tables should I practice?
Pick a single table (2 to 12) to drill the one you find hardest, or choose "All" to mix every table together for a real test once you're confident.
Is this good for kids?
Yes. The timer turns practice into a game, and the score and accuracy give instant feedback that motivates kids to beat their last result.
In what order should the times tables be learned?
Easiest first: 2, 5 and 10 have obvious patterns, then 3 and 4, then 9 (the digits always sum to 9). Save 6, 7 and 8 for last — and remember half the work is free, since 7×8 is the same as 8×7.
What is the hardest multiplication fact?
Classroom studies consistently find 6×8, 7×8 and 6×7 among the most-missed facts — no easy pattern helps, so they're pure memory. The classic rhyme helps with one of them: five-six-seven-eight, "56 = 7×8".
How long does it take to memorize the times tables?
With 5–10 minutes of daily practice, most learners get comfortable in a few weeks: about one new table every few days, plus regular mixed review so the old ones stay sharp. Short daily rounds on a timed quiz are ideal for that review.
Is there a trick for the 9 times table?
Two classics. Finger trick: hold up ten fingers and fold the finger you're multiplying by — fingers left of the fold are tens, right are ones, so 9×4 folds the fourth finger leaving 3 and 6: 36. Also, the digits of every answer up to 9×10 add to nine (18, 27, 36…), a handy self-check.
Do times tables still matter when everyone has a calculator?
Yes — fluency is about freeing mental space, not replacing machines. When 7×8 is instant, working memory stays available for the actual problem: fractions, ratios, algebra, or spotting that a bill is wrong. Learners who stall on basic facts often struggle later, not because of ability but because recall eats their attention.