This Multiplication Card Game for times tables 1–3 is a fun and interactive way to build math fact fluency while keeping students engaged. Designed like a math version of UNO, this printable card game motivates learners to master multiplication facts through play, strategy, and friendly competition. It’s the perfect resource for small groups, math centers, partner practice, tutoring, or early finishers.
Students practice multiplication facts out loud each time they play a card, making this game a powerful tool for reinforcing fact recall and developing mental math skills. Special action cards like Skip, Reverse, Steal, Wild, and Draw Two add extra excitement, ensuring students stay focused and motivated to practice again and again.
How to Play:
- Players take turns matching a card by color or number.
- To play a multiplication fact card, students must solve the fact out loud (e.g., “2 × 3 = 6”).
- Action cards add strategy and fun to the game flow.
- The first player to get rid of all their cards wins!
What’s Included:
- 72 Multiplication Cards covering times tables 1–3
- Each multiplication fact is repeated twice for extra practice
- Special Action Cards: Skip, Reverse, Draw Two, Steal, Wild
- Printable desk reference for multiplication tables 1–3 (perfect for self-checking)
- Easy-to-follow game directions for quick setup
Why Teachers Love It:
- Builds multiplication fact fluency without boring drills
- Encourages oral practice of math facts for stronger recall
- Low-prep, print-and-play activity for busy teachers
- Great for math centers, intervention groups, and partner work
- Fun and competitive, keeping students engaged while practicing multiplication
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Pair This Resource With:
For extra reinforcement and visual support, pair this Multiplication Card Game with the Times Tables 1 through 12 Multiplication Math Posters from Hot Chocolate Teachables. The posters provide constant visual reference in your classroom while students practice facts with the card game. This combination helps learners internalize multiplication facts more quickly.
Also available on TPT
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