XtraMath

Website review by Emily Pohlonski, Common Sense Media
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Common Sense says

age 7+

Free but bland way for kids to master math basics.

https://www.xtramath.org/
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What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that XtraMath is a collection of free math activities. Kids will practice straightforward arithmetic problems that adapt as they learn. Parents receive emails updating them on their child's progress.

Community Reviews

amberjbell90
amberjbell90 Adult
August 31, 2021
age 13+

The worst math app/program I have ever seen

Xtra Math is being used for homework in my son's second grade class, and it is the absolute worse. My 7 year old has ADHD and already has trouble focusing, so when he has to do Xtra Math he has meltdowns. It's extremely boring, repetitive, and stressful for kids. It does not give the kids enough time to answer the questions, and my son sometimes hits the wrong number key and gets upset that it's marked wrong. I'm not going to have my son do this for homework anymore.
12 people found this helpful.
Lolripmine32
Lolripmine32 Adult
September 9, 2022
age 18+
My kid told me that he was having trouble doing his work. I saw this was bad because of a problem I know this is called stress

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6 people found this helpful.
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What’s It About?

XTRAMATH is a free math fluency program that helps kids practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Mr. C, who talks kids through the tasks, is a National Board Certified teacher from Seattle. Emphasis is placed on accuracy first and then speed.

Is It Any Good?

XtraMath tasks are just straightforward arithmetic problems. Kids get immediate feedback, and the problems are tailored to their specific needs. Parents and teachers can track student’s progress using fluency reports. Similar websites such as IXL and Reflex:Math Fact Fluency have bright images and fun games -- things XtraMath lacks -- but these sites also come with a steep price tag, and XtraMath is free. Bottom line: XtraMath is free and gets the job done, but it isn't much fun.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can discuss why math matters. How do you use math in your everyday life?

  • Talk about the benefits of regular practice in math, sports, or music.

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