We explored a new Math app today called Rocket Math with Grade 5. They were practicing their division facts and this provided a fun and engaging ways for students to practice the facts. I'm not always the biggest fans of Drill and Skill apps as they usually only incorporate lower level thinking skills, however it is still needed and an important part of the Math curriculum.
There was a constant buzz of excitement over this app and it had some nice features. Students were able to earn money from correctly answering questions. There were different levels for different abilities. Rocket Math also has a fun little scratch pad where students can work out more difficult questions. If they launch their rocket high enough, they are able to go into a bonus stage (mission) where they have further questions to answer. The fun part of it is that students can then buy parts to their space ship including rocket boosters, engines and other parts which affects how high it launches. So a little physics involved as well.
I would recommend this app at only $0.99 for the paid app and a free version as well. It is money well spent!
There was a constant buzz of excitement over this app and it had some nice features. Students were able to earn money from correctly answering questions. There were different levels for different abilities. Rocket Math also has a fun little scratch pad where students can work out more difficult questions. If they launch their rocket high enough, they are able to go into a bonus stage (mission) where they have further questions to answer. The fun part of it is that students can then buy parts to their space ship including rocket boosters, engines and other parts which affects how high it launches. So a little physics involved as well.
