Learning Times Tables takes commitment and dedication, so why bother? Everyone has a calculator or a phone these days, so why spend time and effort learning Times Tables?
At In Home Tutors, we know that learning multiplication is still an essential part of your child’s education. It will give them a solid foundation in mathematics will help throughout their school-life & beyond.
Times Tables are the building blocks for other maths topics. Your child will struggle with things such as long division, algebra and fractions if they cannot recall their Tables. Often, it is not lack of understanding that holds back a child’s progress, but lack of these basic skills. Your child may fall behind and lose confidence if learning Times Tables is not addressed.
So, why can’t your child just use a calculator?
- Calculators are great for complex calculations but for simple calculations, using one, is far slower than the human brain.
- Typing errors can give the wrong answer.
- Students relying on calculators are weak in estimating skills and fail to realise when the answer they have is wrong.
- Learning Times Tables can reinforce mathematical processes and relationships – something not achieved when the student is reliant on a calculator.
- Knowing Times Tables is a life-skill that comes into play during daily living.
- Many tests and exams do not allow the use of calculators.
Apart from benefits to a student’s Mathematical progress, we feel that the discipline of learning the times Tables is also beneficial in developing essential skills such as attention to detail and a focussed mental attitude.
We can provide you and your child with fun exercises and games to learn and practise these important skills. Learning Times Tables can be challenging, but is not difficult given sufficient motivation and practice. With the guidance of In Home Tutors, you can support and share your child’s learning goals.
Please contact us if you require further information or why not book your Home Tutoring Session now.