Memory is the biggest factor in learning multiplication tables, and some children really struggle with this aspect. One established memory aid is the ‘picture clue.’ Here groups of pictures are linked to sum and answer. (Fruit, vegetables, farm animals, sea creatures, modes of transport and furniture.)

Our example shows a ‘tables ruler’ with sums on one side and answers on the reverse. Thus a lemon will appear on ‘7 x 6’ side and also on the ‘42’ side. Photocopiable masters provide paper versions. As the children learn the tables, the paper version is thrown out. Who will be left with the onion or lemon?

Set also includes a ‘tables pyramid’ which displays answers and picture clues and multiplication grids from 2 to 10.

Set includes 4 sets of tables rulers 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 2 sets of grids and 2 table pyramids with a photocopiable booklet.