Learn multiplication step by step: 10 levels from basic to expert

Learn multiplication in 10 levels, from equal groups to fractions and decimals, with a 5-question test for each level.

🧒 Kids: start at level 1. Tap Start level ▶, answer 5 questions, and get 4 right to pass. Can you reach level 10? 🏆

For parents and teachers ↓

Which level for which grade?

There are 10 levels, from counting equal groups to multiplying fractions, decimals and negative numbers. Each level has short lessons and a 5-question test; get 4 right to pass. Progress is saved on this device, so your child can come back and carry on.

LevelSkillGrade
1Equal groups2
2Repeated addition and arrays2–3
32, 5 and 10 tables2–3
43, 4, 9 and 11 tables3
56, 7, 8 and 12 tables3–4
6Properties, × 0 and × 13
7× 10, 100, 1,0003–4
82-digit numbers and word problems4
93-digit by 2-digit and estimating4–5
10Fractions, decimals, powers, integers5–7

Grade pages: grade 2 · grade 3 · grade 4 · grade 5 · grade 6

How to use the levels

  1. Find the starting level. Take the tests from level 1 until your child scores under 4. That is the level to work on.
  2. Learn it. Open the Learn links for that level: each lesson has pictures, a parent script and practice.
  3. Practice for a few days. Use the tools on the lesson pages and the fact trainer.
  4. Retake the test. 4 out of 5 passes the level. Move on to the next one.

Levels 3 to 5 are the times tables: they take longest, often a few weeks each. That is normal.

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For teachers

The levels work on a projector for a whole-class warm-up. Progress is saved only in each device’s browser, so no login or student data is needed. On shared computers, use Reset my progress at the end of the lesson.

Practice questions (answers below)

Ask these out loud or write them down. Check each answer, and ask “how did you get that?” for one or two.

  1. Level 1: 4 groups of 3
  2. Level 2: 6 + 6 + 6 as a multiplication
  3. Level 3: 5 × 8
  4. Level 4: 9 × 7
  5. Level 5: 8 × 7
  6. Level 6: 15 × 0
  7. Level 7: 36 × 100
  8. Level 8: 43 × 26
  9. Level 9: 412 × 23
  10. Level 10: 3/4 × 2/3
Show the answers
  1. 12
  2. 3 × 6 = 18
  3. 40
  4. 63
  5. 56
  6. 0
  7. 3,600
  8. 1,118
  9. 9,476
  10. 6/12 = 1/2

Common mistakes

Skipping levelsJumps to level 8 with shaky facts.Fix: pass levels 3 to 5 first; everything later depends on them.
Retaking without learningRetakes the test again and again.Fix: open the Learn links between tries.
Rushing the tablesMoves on after one lucky pass.Fix: pass the test on two different days.

How to teach it at home

Level chart

Print a chart of 10 boxes and colour one each time a level is passed.

Celebrate

A small reward at levels 5 and 10.

Keep facts fresh

Even at level 9, do a 1-minute speed test each week.

By grade

Check every topic at once

The free math check-up tests every topic of one grade in 10 to 20 minutes. It shows which topics are solid and where to start practicing. Levels you pass here also appear on your progress page.

More for each grade: Grade 2 math and the CBSE class 2 maths guide; Grade 3 math and the CBSE class 3 maths guide; Grade 4 math and the CBSE class 4 maths guide; Grade 5 math and the CBSE class 5 maths guide; Grade 6 math and the CBSE class 6 maths guide.

Worksheets and practice

Mixed times tables worksheet, page 1

Mixed times tables worksheet: printable PDF with an answer key. · Make a fresh test

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Questions parents ask

How do you learn multiplication step by step?

Start with equal groups and arrays, then learn the times tables in order (2, 5, 10, then 3, 4, 9, 11, then 6, 7, 8, 12), then properties, multiplying by 10s, 2-digit and 3-digit numbers, and finally fractions and decimals.

What is the hardest part of learning multiplication?

The 6, 7 and 8 times tables, especially 6 × 7, 6 × 8 and 7 × 8. Level 5 focuses on these.

How long does it take to learn multiplication?

Most children take about a year (grade 3) to learn the times tables, and grades 4 and 5 for multi-digit multiplication. Daily 10-minute practice speeds this up.

Is progress saved?

Yes, passed levels are saved in this browser on this device. Nothing is sent to us.

What comes after multiplication?

Division, then fractions, decimals, ratios and algebra, which all use multiplication.