Best Multiplication Songs for Kids
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Download the best multiplication songs for your kids to learn their times tables. This works really well if your children love music and learn best with music. (Which was ME when I was a kid!)
If your child or student needs help memorizing multiplication facts — add MUSIC! Because learning your these math facts that require memorization which can be so tricky, plus it requires a lot of repetition. So why not sing your math facts?
Best Multiplication Songs for Kids
Spoiler alert: Most commercial multiplication songs we’ve found aren’t interesting to kids.
Why? Because they’re preschool-style music that doesn’t always appeal to elementary-age children. Bummer. But let me tell you what your options are and my favorite songs.
1. Flocabulary Multiplication Rap
I LOVE Flocabulary! Their multiplication video rap songs require a subscription which you can try for free, then pay $10 / month. I like that the songs aren’t dorky or babyish; they’re pretty catchy. I think these are the best multiplication songs for kids.
See for yourself on their website.
2. Songs for Teaching
The website Songs for Teaching has a huge selection of songs and raps for multiplication. But honestly, none of them are that catchy for us. We did buy Music with Mar from this website. I like that you can preview all the songs.
3. Rock N Learn
Rock N Learn has multiplication music videos which are cute and catchier than most other choices. We’re not big TV viewers, so this isn’t a good option. But, they also have these as iPad apps and newly, they have online digital downloads!
4. Multiplication Unplugged
Multiplication Unplugged is on Amazon and iTunes. The songs are catchy; they’ll likely stick in your head. (It streams free for Amazon Prime members, too.)
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5. Multiplication Songs on YouTube
If you don’t mind being online, YouTube offers a variety of multiplication songs for free. Here are a few fun math music channels:
- Rock N Learn Facts 0 through 12
- Mr. DeMaio’s multiplication songs
- Silly School Songs skip counting songs
*Many teachers find it best to start teaching multiplication concepts with skip counting, which is counting by the number you’re multiplying. So if it’s the 2 times table, you would skip count by 2. (2, 4, 6, 8, 10) The Silly School channel is all about skip counting!
Need Ways to Learn and Practice Multiplication Tables?
Try one of these products that help kids learn and practice those tricky times tables. Once you’ve mastered multiplication, then move on to division.
Learning Wrap-ups Multiplication Keys, YellowMultiplication and Division Three-Corner® Flash CardsMultiplication Facts Math Worksheet Practice Arithmetic Workbook With Answers: Daily Practice guide for elementary studentsMath War Multiplication Game CardsMultiplication Flash Cards (0-12) with Key Rings and Bonus Markers and Multiplication Facts ChartsMultiplication Rap DVD by Rock ‘N LearnEducational Insights Multiplication SlamMultiplication Bingo Game
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Hi Melissa! Great list, and right up my alley as I am spreading the word about a great album of, you guessed it, multiplication songs that you might want to include in your list – called “Magnificent Multiplication”. Curious if you think it fits with your selection of songs with older-kid appeal. I think it does but would welcome your feedback!
Here’s our site where you can give a listen: http://www.magnificentmultiplication.com
Thanks,
Adam
I also found Multiplication Unplugged to be super! My 4th grader really likes the songs. I can stream it for free on Prime Music, or anyone can buy the disc or ask their local library to carry it.
good to know, thanks!
Just wanted to let you know that apparently Grooveshark is no longer available, according to that link. Bummer.
On a cheerier note, I really enjoy your fb posts & your lists of recommended books for specific age groups. Keep them coming!
thanks, Trisha!
Hi! Great artical I am a music producer, and I have just finished my masterpiece… a times tables album that is not cheesy, that is challenging and fun to sing, and that appeals to parents too! These are songs aimed at kids that already know the words to Taylor Swift and Beiber! I’d love to hear your feedback. All demos are here: timestablesmusic.com …. and a full song here https://youtu.be/S8O0D0TWxs8 If you would be interested in supporting this project I’d be most grateful!
David,
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SO agree that songs need to be the opposite of corny to appeal to kids. Love your list. Will share around. Thanks!