Math Apps and Learning Tools for Kids

Learning and practicing math is always more fun when it's part of a game. We like these apps and other learning tools for how they use creative methods to teach kids math concepts.

Browse Math Apps and Learning Tools for Kids

  • Count TV

    Classic Sesame videos plus interaction teach counting.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • GazziliShapes

    Cute games best for kids who already know shapes.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Grover's Number Special

    Kids count and play in fun -- and funny -- Sesame game.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Little Digits

    Fun way for little fingers to interact with numbers.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad
  • Scout's 123 Carnival

    LeapFrog toy character guides kids through numbers 1 to 20.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • TallyTots

    Great interactive tool for toddlers learning to count.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire, Nook HD
  • Bugs and Numbers

    Engaging math games span preschool through early elementary.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Counting Caterpillar

    Terrific early math practice with captivating graphics.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • DotToDot numbers & letters

    Puzzles to learn letters and math adapt for different ages.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Elmo Loves 123s for iPad

    Kids learn numbers with beloved Muppets.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 5
    Platforms: iPad
  • Intro to Math, by Montessorium

    Early math presented in varied and interesting ways.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Mermaid Waters: Preschool Math Game, Adventure & Story

    Mini-games engage kids as they learn early math concepts.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Montessori Numberland

    Learn first 10 digits by counting, writing, and playing.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Montessori Numbers - Math Activities for Kids

    Great math tool for motivated kids to explore.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad
  • Park Math

    Early math concepts taught in a fun, interactive way.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Team Umizoomi

    Math-based adventures well-suited to preschoolers.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
  • BugMath

    Arcade-like gameplay makes practicing arithmetic fun.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Juicy Math

    Sweet app helps kids connect counting to simple arithmetic.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning 2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Love to Count by Pirate Trio

    Helps young kids understand why math skills are important.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning 5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Marble Math Junior

    Younger kids' version of great math app holds its own.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning 5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Monkey Math School Sunshine

    Early math game uses earning aquarium fish as incentive.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Montessori Geometry

    Amazing starter geometry app is fun and comprehensive.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Playful Minds: Math (5-8 years old)

    Great practice with fun rewards, progress tracking.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Teach Me: Kindergarten

    Well-constructed app for practicing early math and spelling.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Cash Cow

    Learn money math while playing a fun puzzle game.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • KidgitZ - It adds up to fun!

    Watered-down version of DigitZ is still a great math game.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Kids Learn Math: A+ Edition

    Carnival-themed game makes practicing math fun.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Nintendo DS
  • Kids Numbers and Math

    Fun games teach and reinforce numbers for young kids.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
  • AB Math - fun game for kids and grownups

    Math practice app bubbles with brain-challenging fun.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
  • DigitZ

    Tetris meets math in a game far more fun than it may sound.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Freefall Money

    Coin-counting games' fun rewards will keep kids coming back.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • MathBoard

    Useful practice tool customizable for range of levels.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Math Blaster Online

    Exciting-yet-educational games in safe, social world.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 5
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
  • Math Workout

    Daily math practice app mixes it up with variety of levels.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
  • Motion Math Zoom

    Clever way to learn number line; purchase unlocks full app.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad
  • Mystery Math Town

    Great math practice with fun story, entertaining characters.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad
  • Numbers League

    Superheroes defeat villains in original, creative math app.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 5
    Platforms: iPad
  • Sakura Quick Math

    Timed problem sets make arithmetic a fun sport.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • SaveTheSushi

    Kids practice multiplication at own pace in arcade-like app.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Savings Spree

    Kids learn financial literacy through game-show action.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Sums Stacker

    Fun, all-ages math puzzles disguise learning as games.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Sushi Monster

    Clever and challenging addition and multiplication practice.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad
  • DragonBox+ Algebra

    Kids learn concepts of algebra in stellar game app.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning 5
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
  • Math Blaster HyperBlast

    Solving problems is fun in fast-action space-themed game.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire, Nook HD
  • Math Fact Master - Addition Subtraction Multiplication Division

    Flashcard-style app isn't flashy, but it gets the job done.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • StudyJams!

    Lively math, science site caters to various learning styles.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning 2
  • DimensionM

    Educational action game puts algebra into missions.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
  • Marble Math

    Marble mazes make for fun math practice.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning 5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • iCrosss

    Cool math tool is great for visualizing 3-D shapes.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • NineGaps

    Race against time to place numbers in equations grid.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Slice It!

    Tough but fun geometry puzzles for brainy players.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning 4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
  • Pre-Algebra Guide

    Handy math reference gives bite-sized explanations.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
  • CoolMath

    Info and games designed to boost math's fun factor.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning 3
  • Fun Math Tricks

    Learn mental math secrets that can boost performance.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning 2
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
  • Mathemagics -- Mental Math Tricks

    Terrific tool for learning speedy math tricks.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
  • Algebra Touch

    Rearrange and solve polynomials for deep understanding.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning 3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch

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