
Product Overview
Multiplication Dominoes takes the classic matching format and turns it into a numeracy game: 28 thick plastic dominoes, each printed with a multiplication fact on one end and its matching product on the other. Players match equations to answers the same way they'd line up dots in traditional dominoes, so multiplication practice becomes hands-on rather than a worksheet drill. The set packs into a collectors tin for easy storage between rounds.
- 28 thick plastic dominoes, each pairing a multiplication fact with its correct product
- Classic domino-style gameplay: match the equation to the matching answer to build the chain
- Also works for creating patterns and solving problems beyond straight matching
- Thick plastic construction gives the pieces the feel of a real domino set
- Comes packed in a collectors tin for easy storage between games
Full Details
Care Notes
- storage: Store the dominoes in the included collectors tin when not in use.
Use Cases
- Multiplication practice at home
- Classroom math center activity
- Small group math game
- Birthday gift for a child learning multiplication
- Homeschool math supplement
- Rainy day game for elementary-aged kids
Skills Developed
- primary skill: Multiplication fact recall
- secondary skill: Problem solving
Age Suitability
- minimum safe age: 6 years
- ideal age range: 6-12 years
- developmental fit: 5-7 years: Children in this range can begin matching multiplication facts to their products using the domino format. 8-10 years: Children in this range can use the set to practice multiplication facts and create patterns.
- upper age note: Children over 12 may find the multiplication facts too simple for continued challenge.
Play Patterns
- primary play type: Matching game
- play structure: Turn-based matching of equations to answers
- social context: Playable individually or with others
- adult involvement: Can be played independently or facilitated by an adult
- play progression: Starts with basic equation-to-answer matching and can extend to creating patterns and solving problems
- session length: Short game sessions
Why It Works
- primary benefit: Turns multiplication practice into a hands-on game by having players match equations to their answers.
What Makes It Fun
- Twenty-eight thick plastic dominoes, played like the classic game. Match up multiplication facts to keep the chain going.
Why They'll Love It
- * 28 thick plastic dominoes for matching play * Matches multiplication facts, domino style * Collectors tin keeps every piece organized * Ages 6 to 12 enjoy this numeracy game
Customer Q&A
How many dominoes are in this set?
The set includes 28 dominoes.
What are the dominoes made of?
The dominoes are made of thick plastic.
How does the game work?
Players match a multiplication fact printed on one end of a domino to its matching product on another domino, the same way dots are matched in traditional dominoes.
Can it be used for anything besides straightforward matching?
The set can also be used for creating patterns and solving problems beyond basic matching.
Is this based on a classic game format?
Yes, it puts a numeracy twist on the classic domino game format.