Simple Math Magic Tricks to Intrigue Your Child 

Math is an interesting subject. At some point in our lives though we have felt intimidated by it. What if there were more ways to keep the magic alive? Introducing easy math magic tricks to your child can be a way to pique your child’s curiosity that will make learning engaging and enjoyable. By incorporating simple math magic tricks in regular study sessions, your child will develop a positive attitude towards maths while fostering critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

We present to you simple maths magic tricks for kids to intrigue your child. Perform these tricks to make your child go, “Wow! Maths is so interesting.”

1. Number Prediction

Ask your child to choose any number
Then, instruct them to multiply it by 2
Next, add 8 to the result
Now, divide the total by 2
Lastly, subtract the original number they chose
Regardless of the initial number, the final answer will always be 4!

2. Multiplying Multiples of 4

This trick helps in multiplying numbers with 4 more easily
Select the number needed to be multiplied by 4
Multiply it with 2 instead of 4
Now, add the result with itself
The product will be the same as the selected number multiplied by 4!

3. Multiplying Multiples of 5

This is a trick to help multiply numbers with 5 more easily
The secret is realising 5 is half of 10
Firstly, choose a number preferably of more than one digit
Instead of multiplying it with 5, you have to add a zero at the end
Then, divide it by 2

4. Multiplying Multiples of 6

Select any even number between 0 to 9
Multiply it with 6
Ask for the first digit of the result
First digit (tens place) of the product will be half of the second digit
Second digit will be the same as the selected number

5. Multiplying Multiples of 11

This math magic trick will allow your child to multiply any two-digit number with 11
Firstly, think of any two-digit number
Then, add the two individual digits together
Now, place the sum between the two digits of your original number
The result is the actual product of any two-digit number multiplied with 11

6. Contains the Digits 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8

Following the steps below will result in a magical number that contains the digits 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8
Firstly, pick a number between 1 and 6
Then, multiply the number by 9
Now, multiply the product by 111
Again, multiply that product by 1001
Finally, divide the product by 7
The answer contains the digits 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8.

7. Memorising Pi

If it is difficult to memorise the first seven digits of the number Pi, here is a magic trick to remember it better.
One way to do it is to write down “How I wish I could calculate Pi”
Now, count the letters in each word
The result will be 3.141592

8. Always the Same Two-digit Single Numbers

In this simple math magic trick, you will always end up with the same two-digit numbers
Start by thinking of any two-digit number
Then, double one of the digits
Now, add 5 to the product
After that, multiply the product by 5
Now, add the other number to the product
Next, subtract 4 from the sum
Again, subtract 21 from the difference
Notice you have the exact two-digit number you started with

9. 2 is Always The Answer

This cool math trick gives the answer as 2, always
Firstly, pick a number
Then, multiply it with 3
Now, add the result by 6
Then, divide the result by 3
Finally, subtract the result from original number
There answer is always 2

10. 7 is Always The Answer

In this magic trick, the final answer is always 7
Start by having your child select a number between 1 and 10
Add 5 to the number
Then, add 2 to the result
Now, subtract the number in step 1
Voila! The answer is always 7

11. 8 is Always The Answer

Here’s a neat math magic trick that will have your child returning to the number 8
First, pick a two-digit number
Then, subtract 1 from the number
Now, multiply the difference by 3
Add 12 to the product
Divide the sum by 3
Add 5 to the quotient
Subtract the original number from the sum
Hence, the answer will always be the number 8

12. 37 is Always The Answer

Think of a three-digit number that has the same sequence of numbers
Add up the three digits
Now, divide the original number by the sum of the three digits
The answer will always be 37

13. 1089 is Always the answer

First, select a three-digit number with no recurring numbers
Now, arrange the digits from smallest to largest and keep that as the first number
Arrange the digits from largest to smallest and keep it as the second number
Now, subtract the larger number with the smaller number
Resultant number when added to reverse of itself will always be 1089

14. Another Number Prediction for 6

Begin by thinking of any number between 1 and 10
Then, multiply this number by 2
Now, add 12 to the result
Divide the total by 2
Subtract the original number from the result
The answer will always be 6!

15. Another Number Prediction for 3

Pick a number between 1 and 10
Then, ask them to multiply the number by 2
Add 6 to the result
Divide by 2
Subtract the original number.
The answer will always be 3!

Easy math magic tricks are an incredible way to introduce mathematical concepts to children. These math magic tricks not only entertain but also stimulate their minds, fostering an interest in numbers and problem-solving. By engaging in these activities of simple math magic tricks, children can develop critical thinking skills, enhance their mathematical abilities, and cultivate a positive attitude towards math. The real magic with maths tricks lies not in the tricks themselves but in the joy of discovery and understanding of mathematical concepts that they bring to the children’s minds. Have fun as you explore the fascinating world of math through these captivating math magic tricks!

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