One table at a time
Meet the 4 times table.
For 4 × 8, double 8 to get 16, then double 16 to get 32.
Double the double.
For 4 × 8, double 8 to get 16, then double 16 to get 32. Use the pattern to understand the fact, then try remembering the answer without working it out.
4 × 1 = 4
4 × 2 = 8
4 × 3 = 12
4 × 4 = 16
4 × 5 = 20
4 × 6 = 24
4 × 7 = 28
4 × 8 = 32
4 × 9 = 36
4 × 10 = 40
4 × 11 = 44
4 × 12 = 48
Try a neighbour.
Explore another table whenever you’re ready.