This amazing multiplication trick possible has it's origins in Japan -although I have heard arguements it is a Vedic math trick. Either way - this trick allows you to multiply two numbers quickly and accurately, using a handy visual method - lines. This method does not use any multiplication tables, making it accessible to all learners. Part 2 of this video (how to multiply using lines with fives and zeros) is here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSUwRjy0rYI&list=PLjbxBzUM6SLkk-Pm6oDtvJc-lsM-xli_1&index=10 Arithmetic made simple! See more great math tricks here: www.youtube.com/user/tecmath