Multiplication

A child is ready to learn multiplication once they are comfortable with Addition and can count on past 20.

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• Multiplication

Is My Child Ready For This Activity?

Multiplication is adding equal groups. An array of dots makes those groups visible, and it shows why 3 × 4 and 4 × 3 are the same amount.

Levels & Progress

This activity has 5 levels that progress through increasingly larger numbers:

Level	Problems	Answer Options
1	Groups of 1 or 2, up to 5 times	2 options
2	The 2, 3 and 5 times tables, up to 5 times	3 options
3	Up to 6 × 6	4 options
4	Up to 10 × 10	5 options
5	Up to 12 × 12	5 options

As your child advances, they'll work with larger numbers and more answer choices to pick from.

Gameplay Experience

1. See the Problem: Two numbers appear with a times sign between them (e.g., 3 × 4 = ?)
2. Hear the Problem: The activity reads aloud "3 times 4 equals?"
3. Skip Count by Tapping: The problem appears as an array, here 4 rows of 3 dots for 3 × 4. Each tap lights up the next row and says the times fact: "3 times 1, 3", "3 times 2, 6". The total also appears beside each row. Untick Say 3 times n to hear only the totals. Big arrays leave a small gap after every five dots, so they stay easy to read.
4. Pick the Answer: Tap the correct answer from the options at the bottom
5. Celebrate or Retry:
   • ✅ Correct: The picture finishes itself, with confetti, a cheerful sound, and spoken confirmation ("12 is correct!")
   • ❌ Incorrect: A gentle buzz and vibration—try again!

Tip: Tap on the equation at any time to hear the problem again.

Learning Objectives

• Multiplication: Understanding it as equal groups added together
• Skip Counting: Hearing and seeing 4, 8, 12 build up
• Arrays: A picture of multiplication that carries on through later math
• Times Tables: Growing familiar with the facts up to 12 × 12
• Number Recognition: Identifying written numerals

Progress Tracking

Each activity session is tracked with:

• The problem presented (operands and expected answer)
• The answer your child selected
• Whether they got it correct
• Number of attempts before moving on

This data helps identify patterns and areas where your child might need more practice.

Sound On?

Yes, sound is recommended! This activity uses:

• Voice narration to read each problem aloud
• Spoken feedback as your child taps through the picture
• Audio feedback for correct and incorrect answers

Children can play without sound, but they'll miss the auditory reinforcement that helps cement learning. The activity can also be controlled via keyboard (number keys to select answers, Space to repeat the problem).