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Doubles Practice
Doubles Practice — Multiplication worksheet for Kindergarten.
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What Your Child Will Learn
- Identify doubles in multiplication by recognizing when two identical groups are being combined (e.g., 2 × 3 means 2 groups of 3)
- Solve simple multiplication problems using doubles by skip-counting or repeated addition strategies appropriate for Kindergarten
- Apply doubles facts to real-world scenarios by modeling multiplication with manipulatives, drawings, or fingers to show equal groups
How to Use This Worksheet
- Step 1: Gather manipulatives like blocks, coins, or small toys. Sit with your child and introduce one problem at a time from the worksheet. Keep the environment calm and distraction-free.
- Step 2: Read the first problem aloud and have your child build or draw the two equal groups. For example, if the problem is 2 × 3, help them create two separate piles of three items each.
- Step 3: Guide your child to count all the items together and write or say the total. Praise the counting process, not just the answer, to build confidence in their math thinking.
- Step 4: Move through each of the 10 problems at a natural pace, taking breaks if needed. Kindergarteners have short attention spans—completing 3-4 problems per session may be more effective than rushing through all 10 at once.
- Step 5: After finishing the worksheet, practice one or two problems orally the next day as a quick review. This repetition helps cement doubles facts in emerging long-term memory.
Tips for Parents & Teachers
Use physical objects like blocks, counters, or crackers to make doubles concrete. Have your child build two identical towers or groups, then count the total. This bridges the gap between what they see and the multiplication concept. Many K students struggle with the abstract idea that 2 × 4 means 'two groups of four,' so hands-on practice prevents confusion.
Start with doubles using small numbers (2 × 2, 2 × 3, 2 × 4) before moving to larger amounts. Kindergarteners benefit from mastering a few facts deeply rather than being exposed to too many. If your child seems frustrated, slow down and spend extra time with numbers up to 5.
Watch for the common mistake of confusing the order of factors. At the K level, emphasize that 2 × 3 means 'two groups of three items each' by drawing or building it together. Some children reverse this or add instead of multiply—gently redirect by asking them to count out the groups with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
My Kindergartener keeps adding instead of multiplying. Why is this happening?
This is completely normal at the K level. Kindergarteners often rely on addition because it's more familiar. They might see 2 × 3 and think '2 + 3' instead of 'two groups of three.' Help them by physically separating the groups and emphasizing 'How many in this group? And this group? Now put them together.' Using the word 'groups' repeatedly helps them understand multiplication is about combining equal sets, not just adding two numbers.
How do I know if my child is ready for multiplication?
Kindergarteners are ready for multiplication basics if they can count to at least 10, understand 'groups' or 'sets' of objects, and recognize equal amounts. They don't need to memorize facts yet—understanding that 2 × 3 means two groups of three is the goal. If your child struggles with counting to 10 or grouping, focus on those skills first before expecting multiplication to click.
Should my child memorize doubles facts, or is understanding enough?
At the Kindergarten level, understanding comes first. Memorization will develop naturally through repeated exposure and practice over time. For now, focus on your child being able to build, draw, or model the problem and find the correct answer. By first grade, as they see the same doubles repeatedly, they'll begin to recall facts automatically without needing manipulatives.
What if my child only wants to use their fingers to solve these problems?
Fingers are an excellent tool for Kindergarteners! If your child uses fingers to model groups and count accurately, that's a valid strategy and shows mathematical thinking. As they grow older and work with larger numbers, they'll naturally transition away from fingers. Don't discourage this strategy—it's developmentally appropriate and builds number sense.
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