This is a very simple game which helps reinforces children's knowledge of their multiplication tables.

Materials

30 2" x 2" squares

Preparation

Decide on a times table (i.e. the 7X tables) Write each factor and product on one side of a card to make a match of an equation.  For example, on one square write 7, the second square write 2 and on the third square write 14.  That makes one equation.  Then you would write 7 on the next square, 3 on another and 21 on the third.  Continue this until you have all the 7X tables written.

How To Play

In groups of 2-4 have students turn over the number squares and mix up.  Then place them in rows and columns still numbers facing down.  The first student will turn three squares over.  If it makes a true 7X equation the student keeps the set and gets another turn.  If it is not a match, the squares are turned over and the next player turns three over.  Play continues until all cards are matched.  The winner is the student with the most matches.

Important

It is important to note that players need to know which times tables they are matching before playing.