The Magnificent Seven: 7 x 6 = 42 and 7 x 7 = 49

Mnemonic Device for 7 x 6 = 42:

• 7 times 6 is 42. The Magnificent Seven got Sick (six) from eating Fort E Stew (forty-two).

Explanation: to help remember 7 x 6 = 42. This works best if you draw a picture of a fort, with a flag that has the letter E on it.

Mnemonic Device for 7 x 7 = 49:

• 7 times 7 is 49: The Magnificent Seven capture Fort E and say, “Fort E, mine!”

Explanation: to remember that 7 x 7 = 49. This works best with a picture of Fort E, and a speech bubble from one of the Magnificent Seven saying, “Fort E, Mine!”