Table of 3 for Kids: Chart, Tricks, Examples & Practice for Kids

Table of 3 for Kids: Learn with patterns, real-life examples, and fun activities (Cambridge & IB approach)

In contemporary educational settings such as Cambridge and IB, mathematics is not about memorising. The table of 3 which helps kids develop better multiplication skills comes after learning the table of two.

When the 3 times table is taught using activities, patterns and real world examples, it becomes easy and interesting to learn. With the help of this guide kids can enjoy learning the table of 3.

What is the Table of 3?

The table of 3 (or multiplication table of 3) means adding the number 3 repeatedly.

For example:
3 + 3 = 6
3 + 3 + 3 = 9
3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12

This is called repeated addition which forms the base of multiplication.

So instead of writing:
3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12

We write:
3 × 4 = 12

Table of 3 Chart (1 to 20)

Multiplication	Result
3 × 1	3
3 × 2	6
3 × 3	9
3 × 4	12
3 × 5	15
3 × 6	18
3 × 7	21
3 × 8	24
3 × 9	27
3 × 10	30
3 × 11	33
3 × 12	36
3 × 13	39
3 × 14	42
3 × 15	45
3 × 16	48
3 × 17	51
3 × 18	54
3 × 19	57
3 × 20	60

Understanding the Pattern (Concept-Based Learning)

Understanding the table of 3 pattern helps children learn faster.

What do you notice?

Numbers increase by 3 each time
Skip counting pattern: 3, 6, 9, 12, 15…
Digits follow a rhythm (3, 6, 9, 2, 5, 8…)

This method is called skip counting by 3

Think & Predict

If you know:
3 × 10 = 30

Then:
3 × 11 = ? Just add 3 and the answer is 33

This builds logical thinking instead of memorisation.

Real-Life Examples (Learning Beyond the Classroom)

Connecting maths to daily life makes learning easier:

3 chocolates in one pack -> 4 packs = 12 chocolates
3 wheels on a tricycle -> 5 tricycles = 15 wheels
3 apples in a bag -> 6 bags = 18 apples
3 students in each group -> 7 groups = 21 students

Ask children:
“Where do you see groups of 3 in real life?”

Table of 3 Activities & Games

Activity 1: Count by 3s

Say aloud: 3, 6, 9, 12…
Builds rhythm and memory

Activity 2: Grouping Game

Make groups of 3 using objects
Helps visual understanding

Activity 3: Jump on the Number Line

Jump in steps of 3
Helps children see multiplication

Activity 4: Double + Add Trick

Multiply by 3 = (2 × number) + number
Example:

3 x 4 = ?

( 2 x 4 ) + 4 =12

Table of 3 Solved Examples

3 × 6 = 18
3 × 9 = 27

Word Problems:

A box has 3 pencils. How many pencils in 5 boxes?
3 × 5 = 15
There are 3 wheels on each tricycle. How many wheels in 6 tricycles?
3 × 6 = 18

Table of 3 Practice Questions & Worksheet

Easy Level

What is 3 × 2?
What is 3 × 5?
What is 3 × 10?
What is double of 3 plus 3?
Fill in the blank: 3 × __ = 9

Medium Level

If each pack has 3 candies, how many in 7 packs?
Complete: 3, 6, 9, __, __
What is 3 × 12?
Find missing number: 3 × __ = 21
How many wheels in 8 tricycles?

Hard Level

What is 3 × 15?
If 3 × 8 = 24, what is 24 + 3?
How many chocolates in 11 packs?
Complete: 21, 24, __, __, 33
What is triple of 13?

Easy Tricks to Learn Table of 3

Trick 1: Skip Counting
3, 6, 9, 12…
Trick 2: Double + Add
3 × 7 = (2 × 7) + 7 = 14 + 7 = 21
Trick 3: Pattern Observation
Numbers repeat in a pattern

You can save or print this Easy Tricks to Learn Table of 3 for daily practice and revision.

Table of 3 Download PDF

Why is the Table of 3 Important?

Strengthens multiplication basics
Helps in learning higher tables
Improves mental maths
Builds logical thinking
Useful in daily calculations