Geometry - (Mathomatix)

App Title: Geometry (Mathomatix)

Grade Level: Kindergarten

Purpose: A-   This app introduces shapes by tracing and matching, but misses the opportunity to associate the name of the shape with the shape.

Program Functionality: A-  The A is for the consistency within the Mathomatix series. I like the design and my first graders are big fans. They love that they are built the same way - it’s like an old friend when they open it up. The A- is for the ads. Oh, I’m so sorry that they have ads on this game! Several times I was trying to play this app and I was whisked off to the App store to download Google. On one screen, the ad actually covered the Play Again button!

Overall Educational Value: A-  If the standards just require Kindergartners to identify and describe common geometric objects, would it really be a bad thing to name the shape as they trace it? I’m all for standards, but I’m not about the minimum. Let’s see if we can stretch our students’ thinking!

Cost: Free, but has ads. At this time, a paid version is not available.

Recommendation: While the shape is being traced, have the voice state the name of the shape. If kids soak up a little extra learning - that’s great! The “praise” prompt could easily be replaced with the name of the shape.  

Classroom Use Examples / Ideas: A very basic introduction to shapes, very intuitive for children to use on their own.  

Developer Website: Punflay

iTunes Link: click here!

Reviewer Name: Carolyn Wojtera

Reviewer Blog: Teach with Tech