Multiplication is the cornerstone of mathematics specifically algebra yet a lot of people who spend a lot of time in learning the multiplication table, division, proportions and fractions still struggle with it later on. Multiplication is the basis of pattern reasoning and thinking and a lot of practice will help your child in perfecting the skill. Multiplication math games can be put into good use to enhance your child's math skills.
Students usually respond well to repetitive learning and memorization which makes the old adage "practice makes perfect" true. Constant practice is important in putting multiplication principles and functions into memory and will lessen the ordeal of learning these skills. One area which can be enhanced through practice is speed and accuracy in solving multiplication problems and equations.
Practicing multiplication does not have to be a nightmare for you and your child and can be done simply and easily through multiplication math games. Here are some math games which you can use to practice multiplication with your kids and enhance their skills.
Money games. Monopoly is one game you can use for money games. Although the game uses play money still you can practice multiplication by computing how many and how much you need to buy for a turn in the game.
Grocery game. When you are in the grocery ask your kids to compute how many items they can buy given a certain amount or give them a list of items to pick up and have them compute how much is the amount needed to pay for everything on their list.
Sports cards. Boys will enjoy this game because they are usually into the statistics of their favorite players. You can ask them to compute for their favorite baseball player's batting average given their number of "at bats" and their number of "hits".
Flash cards. The ever handy flash cards can be played anywhere and everywhere. This will train your child in multiplying with speed and accuracy.
Teacher game. Reverse the teaching process by letting your child teach you multiplication. Children love to be teachers themselves and they will have fun teaching you what they know of multiplication. At the same time you will be able to assess which areas your child needs more help and which areas he/she does not clearly understand.
Working and practicing together is a great and fun way to spend with your child. The bonding time can be helpful for both you and child. You will see how much more your child learns when you are working together.
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