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Polystyrene cup computer

Your child and a friend can use this simple multiplication computer to test and develop their skills. Try making a separate 'computer' for each multiplying number.

What this activity will develop:
Maths and social skills

What you'll need:

• 2 polystyrene cups with wide lips
• Fine-point permanent marker

What to do:

1. Place one cup inside the other.
2. Write the multiplication table for one number on the outer cup. Example: 1 x 6, 2 x 6, 3 x 6, etc.
3. Write the answers spaced to match the problems on the lip of the inside cup.

How to use:

1. Make a set of two cups for each of the multiplication tables.
2. Mix up the cups and challenge students to put them all together correctly.

 

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