After reading about ALL of the great math applications available
to teachers, students, and parents, I decided to take a closer look at the
Timez Attack application by Big Brainz. This application immediately caught my
attention because I am constantly searching for more entertaining resources for
my students, tutoring children, and nephew to master the basic facts of multiplication,
division, addition, and subtraction.
Here is a quick review of the Timez Attack app:
Title: Timez Attack
Publisher: Big Brainz
Website Address: Big Brainz
Cost: 1 month- $20.00; 3-months- $40.00; 6-months- $60.00; 12-months-
$80.00; Permanent activation: $100.00
Notable System Requirements: Available for download on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8 and also Mac systems OS X 10.6.
Purpose: The goal of Timez Attack is
to give children a highly engaging interactive video game that includes math
education. Children are able to work their way through the video game levels
while completing basic multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction
problems.
Structure: Video game mode using arrow
buttons or the W key with the mouse. Collect items and complete basic fact
problems using number keypad or number keys.
Special Features: screen resolution
adjustment; full screen option; sound on/off option
Strengths: Engaging for young children
who enjoy video games. Pre-test in the beginning to ensure the appropriate facts are
practiced. Students are able to click on their grade level to ensure grade
level appropriateness; Pre-typing test to adjust speed of facts.
Weaknesses: No text to voice option
for struggling readers.
Summary: This application is great as supplemental
material for students to practice basic math facts. A free version is available
to download without purchasing the full version. The free version is easy to
use if students can use the arrow keys and press the number keys. After
downloading and trying the application, I cannot wait to show my nephew this new
fun “game” he can play to practice math facts.
For a more in depth understanding of Timez Attack, please watch the video below!
I really like that you provided a video so I can better understand how timez attack works! Even though this program costs money I think it would be very beneficial for students who struggle with math. There are so many features within the program to help students focus on the games. All students would love to play this game because it's very engaging and they don't even realize they are learning!
ReplyDeleteErin,
ReplyDeleteI actually was able to download a free version and my nephew loves it! He actually bugs me to get on the computer to practice his math facts. I love that it helps with his multiplication because that is such an important skill for students and they get bored with the old fashioned flash cards. This game gives them something fun to play while practicing math. Win Win for parents and teachers!
Christina