12 Times Table

The number 12 is everywhere once you start looking for it, and it might just be the most “VIP number” in daily life. Clocks love it (12 hours on the dial), calendars rely on it (12 months in a year), and even eggs show up in twelves (a dozen!). Ancient civilizations believed 12 was a “perfect number” because it can be divided evenly by so many numbers—1, 2, 3, 4, and 6. No wonder merchants used the “dozen system” for centuries; it made counting easier long before calculators existed.

Let’s explore the 12 times table together through charts and tricks that turn math learning for kids into an adventure.

12 Times Table Multiplication Chart

What Is the 12 Times Table?

The 12 times table represents multiplying numbers 1 through 12 by 12.
Students usually learn up to 12 × 12 in grade school because:

• It prepares them for fast mental math
• It builds confidence for division
• It supports advanced concepts like area, geometry, and fractions
• It matches real-life systems (dozens, feet in a foot-to-inches conversion, hours)

Key Patterns in the 12 Times Table

1. Add a 0, then add twice the number
   12 × 4
   = (10 × 4) + (2 × 4)
   = 40 + 8
   = 48
2. 12 is close to 10, so use the “10 plus 2” trick
   12 × 9
   = (10 × 9) + (2 × 9)
   = 90 + 18
   = 108
3. Chinese counting helps visualise the structure
   12 × 6 = 72
   → 七十二 (qī shí èr)
   Tens + ones are clearly separated in the name.

These strategies make the times table feel less intimidating and more pattern-based, which is easier for children to master.

12 Times Table Chart and List

Below is the complete 12 times table from 1–20, with bilingual Chinese number writing to strengthen place value understanding.
（表格：12 Times Table 1–20）

12 Times Table Tricks

Children remember multiplication best through rhythm, visuals, and movement.
Here are simple ways to memorize the 12 × table without stress.

The “10 + 2 Song Trick”

Teach kids this rhythm:

“Ten times the number, plus double the same.
That’s how twelve wins the multiplication game.”

It helps them compute every result using a two-step method.

The “Even Number Pattern”

Since 12 is even, all answers are even.
Kids can predict results before computing them.

Fun Facts About the Number 12

Before jumping into the chart, here are some kid-friendly fun facts that make the number 12 special:

Fun Fact 1: 12 Is the “Perfect Dozen”

Eggs, doughnuts, cookies—so many things are counted by 12.
This real-life connection helps children practice multiplication through everyday examples.

Fun Fact 2: 12 Hours Make Half a Day

Kids quickly recognize 12 from clocks:
12 hours of daytime, 12 hours of nighttime.
It’s a built-in math pattern they see every day.

Fun Fact 3: 12 Is a Highly Composite Number

It’s divisible by 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12.
This makes it extremely useful in measurement systems, shapes, and fractions.

Fun Fact 4: In Chinese Counting, 12 Is Clear and Logical

10 + 2 becomes 十二 (shí èr).
The structure helps reinforce place value and bilingual understanding.

Conclusion

To help your child learn faster, explore WuKong Education’s interactive math program, which combines expert teaching, visual learning, and personalized practice to build long-term mastery.

Join WuKong Education’s math courses or download our free math worksheet today.

FAQs about 12 Times Table

Roxy | WuKong Chinese Teacher

I have been deeply involved in the K12 education field for many years, acquiring rich professional knowledge and experience. My extensive understanding of Chinese culture and education enhances my ability to integrate diverse educational methodologies. I hold a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Melbourne, which bolsters my expertise and pedagogical skills. Passionate about fostering educational environments that inspire and empower, I am committed to creating inclusive learning experiences. My aim is to positively impact students’ lives and equip them with tools for success in a globalized world.