Splash Math Kindergarten
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A well designed, highly structured math drill serves up sets of basic math problems that start with counting and move into addition, subtraction and other math concepts and are aligned to common core standards. There are eight lessons. After you finish a set of ten, you earn animals or plants that you can use to populate your planet, which is a nice touch. We've seen this formula tried many times before, but rarely so well. Nice touches include nice progress tracking so a child can self monitor, and what appears to be a nice leveling scheme. Topics covered include: Numbers – 0 to 20; represent numbers; Counting - count up to 20, counting forward, counting with objects and numbers; Comparisons – compare numbers and groups; Addition Concepts – Add with/without pictures, addition word problems, make a ten; Subtraction – Subtract with/without pictures, subtraction word problems, subtraction sentence; Geometry – identify 2D/3D shapes and figures, positional words; and Measurement – classify by color, size or object; length, width, weight, capacity. The app also lets you turn on/off chapters to practice specific math skills and tailor sessions to your child's level. You can also set goals such as 10 questions a day or 10 minutes a day, and schedule reminders so your child doesn't miss a practice session. Other features include: monitor your child's progress; multi-player support; and weekly email reports. Note that this app gives you month for free, but charges you $10/month to continue using the program. If your child is making progress, their scores will be held hostage until you pay up.
$9.99, iPad, iPhone
Teaches: math facts, counting, basic facts
CTR Rating: 88%