Times 4 table

Math

• The child has learned the concept of multiplication by understanding that multiplying a number by 4 means adding that number to itself four times.
• They have practiced skip counting by 4s and can identify the pattern in the times 4 table.
• The child can solve simple multiplication problems involving the number 4, such as 4 x 2 = 8.
• They have developed a basic understanding of the commutative property of multiplication by noticing that the order of the factors does not affect the product in the times 4 table.

To continue developing their multiplication skills, encourage the child to create their own times 4 table using different colors or shapes to make it visually appealing. They can also challenge themselves by creating multiplication word problems that involve the number 4 and solving them.

Book Recommendations

• The Multiplying Menace by Pam Calvert: This fun and engaging story follows a young boy who accidentally turns everyone at school into multiplying monsters. He must use his math skills, including the times 4 table, to save the day.
• Multiplication and Division Workbook for Kids by Andy Fish: This workbook provides practice exercises and activities, including times 4 table drills, to reinforce multiplication skills and build fluency.
• The Best of Times by Greg Tang: This rhyming picture book introduces multiplication concepts through clever and colorful illustrations. It includes a section dedicated to the times 4 table.