Readtheory for Maths?

[MrsBobtonTrent]

DS has lost a lot of confidence at school and we’ve been doing little bits of work at home to help give him a boost. He’s really enjoying readtheory - it doesn’t take long, it’s simple to use and he has got a massive kick from seeing his level improve with a small amount to daily input. He has asked if we can find something similar for maths (currently doing a workbook and internet printouts). I don’t mind paying if it’s good. We want some thing short but regular, that adapts to his level and which gives some sort of feedback.

We’ve tried khan academy, but it’s hard to work out which topics to do. Doodle maths doesn’t work on our laptop and my phone screen is a bit small. Plus the “maths age” seems really out to me and the questions aren’t adjusting to his level.

Any suggestions?

BTW we have no tablets/iPads and he is in year 6.

Nrich was suggested to us by DS1 year 3 teacher last year. It's not as slick as read theory, and doesn't adjust, but does have mathsy puzzles.
Otherwise place marking for suggestions!

sumdog?

There's a bit of a safeguarding issue with ads on ReadTheory and teachers are suspending accounts until they get some assurance that it's resolved.

Feenie, what sort of safeguarding issue is it? I didn't realise that. Ds has been using it for years, and they never had ads before.
I just checked it and indeed, there's ad on it, but it's just text ads about financial and learning software.
I'will check and keep an eye, but is there inappropriate ads on there too?
I can only see the same ones at the moment.

Some teachers have reported inappropriate ads on some children's accounts - it's on Twitter, I believe.

I don't have Twitter.
Just googled and this came up.

"However, Read Theory states they may display advertisements to users of the Service, because it is the means by which the Service generates revenue necessary to sustain the site as a completely free resource. In addition, Read Theory may advertise third-party linked websites from which users may purchase or otherwise obtain certain sample goods, freebie offerings or free trial services. Additionally, the Service will not use or disclose student information, whether personal information or otherwise, for behavioral targeting of advertisements to students. Advertisements on the Site are non-targeted, which means targeted advertising has been disabled for all ads shown on this Site."

It's sad the site has changed but maybe it's inevitable for free site.

I have recommended many times on MN over the years, which is a bit of worry.
Hope the issue get sorted, and I will be vigilant, and post if I find it unacceptable. Feel bit guilty about it, tbh.

We have Firefox with adblocker and don’t see the adverts. A shame for them revenue-wise, but better for children I think. I’d be happy to pay a reasonable subscription for ad-free instead.

Will check out sumdog - thanks. We use Nrich periodically, but it’s hard to find content at the right level and on the right topic. Thanks for suggestions - any more?

Sorry for derailing Op.

For Maths. I strongly recommend you have re-look at Khan. We have been using it for years, so I can show you how to navigate it if you like.
We useixl which is great site, but it is tedious and some people don't like it. It follows NC.
School use [[http://uk.mathletics.com/ mathletics]] and ds loves it but don't know how it really work since it is controlled by teacher.
mangahigh is a great site, but free section is limited(but still great), and they only do school subscription.
mathframe is great site.
Will comeback, if I can think of something.

Don't feel guilty, irvine, it was a good shout and you weren't to know.

www.solvemoji.com is fun!

It really depends on the area of maths he needs to work on.

Tablesmaster and Times Table Rock Star are great for x tables.

Top marks has some great activities and you can filter by age/activity.
www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/7-11-years/problem-solving

Thanks, Feenie.

It's expensive, but I think Maths Whizz is quite thorough.

I also like Prodigy. Really, to get the best out of it you do need a membership, but the free element is more than enough to see if it suits a particular child. The gaming element is very appealing to many, my KS2 class choose it in free time.

Yes, I do think math Whizz is great too. Have a look. It only goes up to yr8 which was problem for us, but otherwise, it looked really good.

Prodigy is very fun, but you need to fight against subscribing just for extra,(Which has nothing to do with actual learning, more to do with what weapon/hat/clothes you can have.), but it will appeal to the child who likes fighting/catching monster games. Also it seems bit restricted as a parent. (They have extra features for teachers.)

My (HE) children like Prodigy

My DS’s primary school paid for access to Maths Whizz. It’s very visual and appeals to computer geeks like my DS.

What happens is there is an initial assessment using the computer game lessons to see what level the DC are at. They are assigned a maths age in each topic. So if they have a low maths age in, say, mental arithmetic, the games they get post-assessment will include a lot of mental arithmetic games. That is, there is an individualised program, which depends on the particular strengths and weaknesses shown in the assessment. You can see your maths age in each topic rise as you successfully complete lessons.

I’ve noticed you can do the assessment for free and access some sample games, so you could at least identify which areas of maths DS is shaky on and see what you think of the general format without paying.

By the way, I don’t work for the company!