A young boy reading Sixby’s TT Forest Adventure with Sixby the deer beside him, bringing times tables to life through storytelling

Why Children Love the FUNS Method

The FUNS Method transforms multiplication into a magical storybook adventure. Standing for Fun, Unforgettable Numbers, and Stories, it helps children aged 5–8 learn their times tables through imagination, not drills.

With lovable characters like Sixby the Deer, magical forest settings, and playful rhymes, the TT Forest Adventures series turns multiplication into a joyful and memorable learning journey.

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The TT Forest Adventures Series

Discover a magical story-based journey through multiplication to 12.

Front cover of Sixby’s TT Forest Adventure by Masoumeh Mahdieh—a story-based times tables book for ages 5–8"
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Inside the TT Forest Adventures​

Peek inside the magical world of TT Forest and discover how stories, characters, and playful challenges turn multiplication into an adventure.

Meet Our Number Heroes!

Numbers are more than just digits. They have adventures and stories to tell. Meet the heroes of FUNS, a group of friendly characters who turn learning math into a magical journey.

Each FUNS character represents a number through their name, shape, personality, and traits.

Sevenster, the calm sloth from TT Forest Adventure, with seven-shaped claws that represent the number 7
Eighton the spider from TT Forest Adventure, spinning an 8-sided web in her Willow Webllow tree
Flora, the flower-loving girl from TT Forest Adventure, surrounded by 5-petaled blooms in the Sunny Meadow
Fourg the frog from TT Forest Adventure, leaping in fours and showing his four fingers
Nina the number 9 cat from TT Forest Adventure, catching 9 fish at once with her curled number 9 tail
Sixby, the gentle deer from TT Forest Adventure, with six proud antlers shaped like the number 6
Thrico, the playful monkey from TT Forest Adventure, with a face profile shaped like the number 3
Tweet, the fluffy yellow bird from TT Forest Adventure, representing the number 2

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The Fun Way to Learn Times Tables

Explore our collection of story-led books and playful, screen-free learning tools—designed to help children enjoy learning times tables in a fun and memorable way. Whether you’re searching for a magical storybook, a creative way to teach times tables, or a meaningful gift to spark a love of math, FUNS Books brings joy, imagination, and lasting understanding to every step of the journey. ​

Forest Map
create an interactive learning experience, helping kids visualize multiplication through play and adventure.
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Flashcards and Stickers
Hands-on tools make learning playful, exciting, and memorable.
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Flashcards and Stickers
Hands-on tools make learning playful, exciting, and memorable.
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Game
Join the TT Forest Adventure – Learn, Play, Multiply!
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Badge Making Kit
Create your own times table badges—just like Sixby!
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Our Mission

The FUNS Method was created to help kids love math through engaging stories, memorable characters, and hands-on learning tools. Our unique approach turns numbers into adventures, making learning fun and unforgettable. Discover the story behind FUNS and the founder’s journey  Learn More

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The FUNS Method is Amazing — that’s why families and teachers love it:

🌳Fun & Engaging – Multiplication becomes an exciting adventure filled with stories, rhymes, and imagination.
🌳 Simple to Understand – Even young children (from age 5) can follow along with ease.
🌳 Memorable Learning – Characters, maps, and badges help facts stick naturally.
🌳 Confidence-Boosting – Children feel proud as they collect badges and track their progress.
🌳 Teacher-Approved – Blends maths with literacy, creativity, and problem-solving.

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