NxtApp 4 Kids
By Dana Anderson,
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Great concept for math practice, but not a perfect score.
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What’s It About?
First, choose which sequence type ("stage") you want to try, then tap the Solve arrow to begin. An onscreen keypad containing the numerals 0 to 9 appears, along with farm animals holding signs with a sequence of numbers, one of which is missing. Tap the correct number or numbers (for those greater than nine) to input the missing number into the sequence. An onscreen timer counts seconds until all questions in the stage are completed. The stage can be repeated, or you can try a different one.
Is It Any Good?
Nxt App 4 Kids is a good concept, but it has some features that may be bothersome to some kids. The onscreen keypad contains only the numerals 0 to 9, so if kids want to answer with 10 and above, they need to combine the numbers they see, which can be confusing for some kids. Also, the "c" button for clear and the "Go" button for finishing a sequence aren't set apart, so it's too easy for kids to hit one or the other when trying to answer, thereby inputting an incorrect answer or erasing their work inadvertently.
It's also a timed game, so kids who thrive on timed tests will like it; those who don't may find themselves frustrated by the time ticking away while taking in all the colorful graphics and the sounds (which can be turned off).
Talk to Your Kids About ...
If your kid is having trouble with the drills on this app, try placing an old-fashioned number line in front of him or her to give concrete clues.
The timer and best times are displayed on this game, but suggest your kid disregard them if doing these sequences under time pressure is frustrating.
App Details
- Devices: iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad
- Subjects: Math : addition, counting, numbers, sequences, subtraction
- Release date: June 13, 2012
- Category: Educational Games
- Publisher: ICON, LLC
- Version: 1.2.3
- Minimum software requirements: iOS 4.2 or later
- Last updated: August 22, 2016
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