PeachyDoodle Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 I'm looking for games/apps for my iPhone that introduce or practice pre-algebra or algebra concepts in a fun way. Any recommendations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverMoon Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 Dragon Box. Hands on Equations isn't quite so fun, but it is effective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeachyDoodle Posted February 13, 2015 Author Share Posted February 13, 2015 I did look at DragonBox. It's pricey -- but worth it, in your opinion? Would you suggest the 12+ or starting with 5+? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desertflower Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 The 5+ is really easy. My 2 oldest can do it. But it does nicely introduce algebra concepts by solving for the box which represents x. Since you have 2 it wouldn't hurt to start at 5+ imo. Hth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverMoon Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 We started with the 5+, but I think it was on sale when we picked it up. Everyone in the house played it, from the 4yo to the teens. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Get the 12+ - it's much, much more extensive. And you're talking about a kid who's ready for pre-algebra. That's who the 12+ is really for. It's definitely, definitely worth it. Every penny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desertflower Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Yes. Worth it. I played a little too. lol :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 In fact, you should play it too! It will help you review algebra. But more importantly, it will give you the same vocabulary to talk about it and relate the textbook math to Dragonbox terms. I've done this many times where I'll be like, imagine this is a Dragonbox problem and I draw it out with little tiles and bubbles and... voila! It becomes clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Dragon box definitely is great. So is Hands On Equations, though, and I think helps things gel better, at least for kinesthetic learners. I love both. HOE is usually at Homeschool Buyer's Co-op for a reduced price and comes with a DVD to help teach it. Awesome program and a lot more engaging than a worksheet. If you can, get both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeachyDoodle Posted February 14, 2015 Author Share Posted February 14, 2015 Appreciate all the feedback. DD wants to step up her math so she can go deeper into astronomy and physics, but I can tell she's a little apprehensive about trying something new. She's a bright math student and learns quickly but isn't really working ahead of grade level at the moment. I'm hoping something like this can help her get her feet wet and help me evaluate how quickly we can move forward. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcadia Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Dragonbox 12+ and do both side A and Side B. Side B is good for practise. I have the app on iphone, iPod and my kids ipads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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