Kids Learn Math: A+ Edition

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Carnival-themed game makes practicing math fun.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
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GOOD: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
FAIR: Somewhat engaging, OK learning approach.
NOT FOR LEARNING: Not recommended for learning.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Kids Learn Math: A+ Edition is an educational game that provides players with various math questions and puzzles. These challenges are presented in a carnival setting, turning activities like solving addition problems, telling time, and figuring out math riddles into carnival games. The game is intended for players in grades 1 to 4. It is designed to reinforce the lessons children are learning at school, and does not fully go through the process of teaching players the skills that are required.

  • Positive messages4
    This game's message is that math is fun. The mini-games are presented in a carnival setting, showing the math questions in the form of various carnival games. The game rewards players for answering questions correctly and gently points them in the right direction if they are having trouble.
  • Positive role models3
    While there is not much interaction with characters in this game, there is constant dialogue and text that encourages players to progress through the game and solve the various math puzzles.
  • Ease of play4
    For this game's intended audience of players in grades 1 to 4, the difficulty of mini-games varies. Some test basic skills such as finding a number between two other numbers, while others require players to solve challenging word problems and riddles. Even if players have difficulty, the game coaxes them along until they are able to find the correct answers. Other puzzles include basic addition and subtraction and placing the hands of a clock to match a specified time.
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What kids can learn

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Kids can learn basic math skills such as addition and subtraction, as well as number recognition and even word problems. Specifically designed with the goal of helping kids learn math, Kids Learn Math: A+ Edition is a series of mini-games and activities set in a carnival setting. While the games make doing math more fun, they vary widely in difficulty level. With no way to adjust difficulty, expect a wide range of challenges in these math games.

Subjects
  • Arts
  • Hobbies
  • Language & Reading
  • Math
    addition, counting, shapes
  • Science
  • Social Studies
Skills
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Emotional Development
  • Health & Fitness
  • Responsibility & Ethics
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What's it about?

Kids Learn Math: A+ Edition lets players in grades 1-4 test the math skills they've learned so far. There are various mini-games and exercises that ask players to tell time, solve word problems, answer basic addition and subtraction questions, and identify numbers on the screen. There are more than a dozen mini-games in total, with each one helping players to refine the math skills they've already learned in school.

Is it any good?

 

Kids Learn Math: A+ Edition allows players to test their basic math skills in a fun and unique way. This game's carnival theme makes addition, subtraction, number recognition, and other math lessons a bit less intimidating. Even the most math-phobic players will be able to find enjoyment in some of the mini-games here. However, there is a large disparity in the difficulty level between different exercises.

What families can talk about

  • Families can talk about how to incorporate video games among their children's daily activities.

  • What subjects in school are your favorites and which are your least favorite?

  • Does this game make math more fun?

This review was written by Mark Raby

What kids can learn

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Kids can learn basic math skills such as addition and subtraction, as well as number recognition and even word problems. Specifically designed with the goal of helping kids learn math, Kids Learn Math: A+ Edition is a series of mini-games and activities set in a carnival setting. While the games make doing math more fun, they vary widely in difficulty level. With no way to adjust difficulty, expect a wide range of challenges in these math games.

Subjects
  • Arts:
  • Hobbies:
  • Language & Reading:
  • Math: addition, counting, shapes
  • Science:
  • Social Studies:
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  • Communication:
  • Creativity:
  • Emotional Development:
  • Health & Fitness:
  • Responsibility & Ethics:
  • Self-Direction:
  • Tech Skills:
  • Thinking & Reasoning: problem solving

What's it about?

Kids Learn Math: A+ Edition lets players in grades 1-4 test the math skills they've learned so far. There are various mini-games and exercises that ask players to tell time, solve word problems, answer basic addition and subtraction questions, and identify numbers on the screen. There are more than a dozen mini-games in total, with each one helping players to refine the math skills they've already learned in school.

How kids will learn

Kids engage in a variety of mini-games. These range from solving basic addition or subtraction problems to tackling slightly more complex word problems. Players tap on the screen to choose a number or answer. If they're correct, the game congratulates them; if they're wrong, they're encouraged to try again. The game doesn't provide much in the way of concept building, but is instead used mostly to reinforce what kids have already learned in school.

How parents can help

  • Play games that requires kids to use math, such as Yahtzee.
  • When shopping, let kids search in your wallet to come up with the right amount of cash to pay for things.
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This review was written by Mark Raby
Platforms:Nintendo DS
Available online?Not available online
Genre:Educational
Developer:Talking Stick Games
Release date:October 4, 2011
Price:$19.99
ESRB rating:E for No Descriptors
This review was written by Mark Raby
 

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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
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BEST: Really engaging, great learning approach.
GOOD: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
FAIR: Somewhat engaging, OK learning approach.
NOT FOR LEARNING: Not recommended for learning.
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