Hands-On Equations is the fun way to learn algebra for kids age 8 and up.
1. Imagine your child CONFIDENTIALLY solving algebra equations after just three lessons!
Using blue pawns, numbered cubes, and a visual balance model, students quickly discover that algebra can be clear, intuitive, and enjoyable. Instead of memorizing rules, they develop a genuine understanding of the mathematical concepts they are learning. The Hands-On Equations math app transforms algebra into an engaging math learning experience.
Along the way, they experience the excitement and satisfaction of solving equations such as 4x + 3 = 3x + 9 in just three lessons, and equations such as 2(2x + 1) = 3x + 10 in just six lessons. These equations are typically not introduced to students until middle school. Yet, your child, age 8 and up, can experience success and joy in solving these algebra equations!
These equations are typically not introduced to students until middle school. Yet, your child, age 8 and up, can experience success and joy in solving these algebra equations!
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2. Why children love Hands-On Equations
Every lesson builds on previous success through carefully sequenced activities that make abstract algebra visual and easy to understand. Students don't simply learn procedures—they understand why each step works.
The elegant instructional design and intuitive app experience make learning algebra both rapid and enjoyable. Students find that this visual learning enables them to solve algebra equations in a few short lessons.
Students love the ease with which they can manipulate the blue pawns and numbered cubes, sliding them on and off the balance scale as they solve increasingly challenging equations. The app's elegant simplicity creates a pleasant, intuitive, and highly satisfying learning experience. ________________________________________
3. What Students Learn in the Hands-On Equations Level 1 App
Throughout the six carefully sequenced lessons and one review lesson, students learn:
• the meaning of equivalence
• algebraic notation
• how to check solutions
• legal moves with pawns and cubes
• equations involving subtraction
• equations involving parentheses
• confidence that lasts long after the lessons are completed
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4. Proven Success
More than one million students have experienced success with the Hands-On Equations Learning System. Originally developed using physical game pieces and classroom instruction, this proven educational approach is now available in an app that makes learning algebra both intuitive and enjoyable.
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5. Who Should Use It?
• Gifted children age 6+
• Elementary students ages 8 and above
• Middle school students
• Struggling high school students
• Adults who never really understood algebra
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6. Give Your Child the Confidence to Succeed
Whether your child is discovering algebra for the first time or you are finally returning to a subject that once seemed impossible, Hands-On Equations will give your child a memorable, enjoyable, and confidence-building experience with algebra.
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7. Questions or Support?
Email: info@borenson.com
Visit: www.borenson.com
I bought this for my daughter and honestly didn’t expect much — most math apps are just dressed-up flashcards. This one is different. She’s moving little pawns around a balance scale and solving real equations without even realizing that’s what she’s doing. When I told her “you just did algebra,” her face lit up.The lessons go at a good pace and build on each other, so she never feels lost or bored. No flashy distractions, no annoying characters, just a clear method that works. She actually asks to do the next lesson, which has never happened with any other math app in our house.If your kid is curious about math or struggling with it, give this a try. Worth every penny.
8yo found this app fun
BInK5
My 8yo found this on my phone. I downloaded it for his older sister who never used it. He loved it. The concepts are introduced so well and clearly that he understood each video and proceeded to do every lesson independently. I did make him work out some equations out on paper after completing the app. When working out on paper, he did draw a scale for himself and used smiley faces instead of pawns. I’m confident that he understands the concepts and will be able to move on to solving without “drawing” with some more on paper practice. Level 1 was completed over 2days because he kept asking to do more. We have purchased Level 2. I would love to see more apps.
Developer Response
Thank you for your in-depth comments. It appears that your 8 year-old is on his way to solving these mentally. Thank you!
Great tool for people who aren’t good at algebra!
thelovelyb88
I have struggled with algebra since it was first introduced to me in 9th grade. I’ve always been bad at it. I’ve never understood the concept they taught us in school. I always failed every test. All I have to say is Thank god for this unique and easy way of learning algebra I am struggling no more. It’s fun it makes me excited for math instead of dread it. Download it guys you will not regret it.
Developer Response
Thanks for providing this in-depth review. Glad this approach has made the concepts clear!
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Xdigits
I really love your app and cannot wait to try it again for some reasons. The first reason is that the playing pieces that can be moved help me visualize the problem better. Second, the videos guide you through how to do the math. Third, the funny cartoons make me more engaged in the lesson. To conclude, your apps are great and taking away my algebra fear.
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Information
Seller
Henry Borenson
Size
597.4 MB
Category
Education
Compatibility
Requires iOS 12 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 12 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 12 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 12 or later.
Languages
English and 4 more
English, French, Hebrew, Portuguese, Spanish
Age Rating
4+
4+
Made for Ages 9–11 This app is rated 4+ with content restrictions.
Some content may be rated higher, and may therefore be restricted and managed by the developer through in-app controls.
