Numbers Up! 2 Baggin is a math learning game designed for children to improve their mathematical skills. It offers 10 different games that range from simple addition to advanced algebra. The game aims to make learning math fun and engaging.
The software uses fun math activities to give context and purpose to learning basic arithmetic. The whole family can play at the same time thanks to the multi-player feature which also allows players to choose different levels of math to play at their own level.
Numbers Up! 2 Baggin' covers 14 syllabus strands and all content is linked to UK National Numeracy Strategy teaching objectives. This includes Shape, Space & Measure – 2D & 3D Shape, Angle & Spatial Reasoning, Position & Coordinate Geometry, Transformations & Symmetry, Mass, Length, Area, Volume, and Time. Additionally, it covers Handling Data – Organising & Interpreting Data, Probability, Algebra – Patterns, Relationships & Reasoning, Formulae & Equations, Functions and Graphs, and Elements of chance and strategy mean that anyone can win – not necessarily the best mathematician.
The software features over 3000 questions formulated for all ages and learning styles, across a broad range of stimulating and essential maths topics. The activities are designed to establish foundational concepts, then test understanding and application. The content is presented in an enjoyable game format which appeals to learners of all ages and stages. For younger children it is highly visual and interactive while pupils who may normally have difficulty learning will find the concepts interesting and inviting.
The software also has a high level of integration between maths and language outcomes, which appeals to language-oriented learners and stimulates learners whose language skills are not so strong. The software requirements are a 300MHz processor and an 800x600 capable screen.
The only limitation of the software is limited functionality but overall, Numbers Up! 2 Baggin' the Dragon is an educational software tool for kids that has a fun game environment, practical math content, and a quirky twist in the tail!
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