12 Times Tables - Box It

Box It is an engaging game designed to help players practice and reinforce their knowledge of the 12 times tables. To set up the game, you'll need counters, a 'Multiples of 12' board that features various multiples of 12 randomly arranged, and a deck of cards with numbers ranging from 0 to 12. Start by shuffling the number cards and placing them face down on the table. Players take turns to draw a card, multiply the number by twelve, and then place a counter over the corresponding multiple on the board.

The objective of the game is to be the first to cover four numbers that form a 2 by 2 square on the board. For example, if a player picks up a card with the number 4, they would need to cover the number 48 on the board since 4 multiplied by 12 equals 48. If a player draws a number and all the corresponding multiples are already covered on the board, they simply set that card aside and draw another one. For those seeking a longer game, the goal can be adjusted to covering six numbers in a 2 by 3 rectangle. This game not only makes learning multiplication fun but also encourages strategic thinking as players aim to create the required patterns on the board.