Teaching a multiply in an easy and fun way
The learning of multiplication tables is traditionally an academic limit. It seems there is a before and after. If a child knows the multiplication tables we breathe easy but oh yes you do not know! We have a problem.
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What there is no doubt is the theory of knowing the memory tables as it helps us to be more agile with mental calculation and allow us to perform larger operations in addition to serving as a basis for divisions.
The conventional method that is generally used is based on memorization that is an obstacle for the vast majority of children, as well as learning away from real situations, concrete and every day.
In order to learn the multiplication tables and understand the operation of multiplication, I propose to develop work areas that can be started from 6 or 7 years.
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The game of the songs:
If what we want is to learn the multiplication tables of the race, we just have to look back and remember our childhood, where there were those songs with numbers that rhymed, in the purest style '6x4 = 24; 6 x 6 = 36 ... 'it's easier to remember it this way.
The game of pairs with rhymes:
If what we want is that they understand that when an even number is multiplied by another pair, it gives rise to another of the same condition, and the rest of the multiplication rules, we can play with the rhymes so that it ends up understanding: odd by pair , pair ; pair per pair; par ', at the beginning it may cost a bit, but later it will say it in a run. And best of all: it will make it easier for you to learn the result of the tables later.
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The game of the table of 9:
When they have advanced their learning, there is the story of the table of 9 for when they are already authentic experts in multiplication, which refers to Robin Hood, who stole the rich (the digit on the right), to give it to the poor ( the digit on the left), as the table progresses. They will never forget the game and it will be much easier to learn the more complicated table. Here is the example:
9 X 1 = 9: Here we have the first number. To know how much is 9 x 2, we have to subtract one from the digit on the right (9 - 1 = 8) and increase it a little, so the result will be transformed to 18. When they continue, 9 x 3 will be 27, and the same thing will happen, the right digit goes down one (8 - 1 = 7) and it will be added later (from one, it passes to two); and so on. We continue with 9 x 4 = 36, one more digit to the left (where was the 2 of 27, and one less in the right). If Robin Hood's fable is caught the first time, it can be easily known, the digits are lowered in the number on the right and increase in the left.
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Teach her basic multiplications
Often parents and even some teachers think that learning to multiply is equivalent to memorizing but it is a serious mistake. Actually, the tables are the last thing you must learn. First, you must start with basic and simple multiplications, such as 2X2, 2X3 or 3X3. It is about developing the ability to multiply and understand the process that is at the base.
Go to the multiplication table
Once the child has understood how basic multiplications work, the time has come for you to show him the tables. You can use traditional tables or a custom one. At first, the most important thing is for the child to manipulate and visualize the table so that he can understand it. Then you can go on to learn them, although you will have to gather memory, there are different tricks that will allow you to move faster in learning, such as:
Table of 0. All numbers multiplied by 0 results in 0.
• Table 1. All numbers multiplied by 1 result in the same number.
• Table of 2. Any number multiplied by 2 is twice the number.
• Table of 5. Numbers multiplied by 5 ends in 0 or 5, going in series that add 5 each time.
• Table of 10. It is only necessary to add a 0 to the multiplied number.
Reference:
https://www.etapainfantil.com/ensenar-tablas-multiplicar
https://www.guiainfantil.com/articulos/educacion/aprendizaje/trucos-para-ensenar-a-los-ninos-a-multiplicar/
https://aprendiendomatematicas.com/5-claves-para-aprender-a-multiplicar-con-exito/
Memorizing basic math facts is so important. All too often students get into the older grades and struggle with new concepts because they are still having a hard time with the basic fundamentals. You have shared some great ways to promote memorization. It also makes it fun.
That's right, today, my daughter has complicated the way to memorize the multipath table, but she has been doing fun things up to the moment of shopping at home to help her learn and not do anything that she learns under pressure.