Numbuko
Early Mathematical Learning
Free · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Creative number construction environment and games. Research informed; free with no ads or add-ons.
Numbuko is a colourful and creative way for children to explore number patterns. Informed by research at the University of Edinburgh, UK, Numbuko squares are like many colour rods used in mathematics, but can magically change colour according to the number attached, giving children interactive feedback. Unlike ‘drill and practice’ apps, Numbuko lets children explore number relationships, such as addition, subtraction, fractions, odd and even, and tens and units.
Features
• Explore fundamental maths concepts for numbers 1-99
• Build and share creative patterns
• Add/Remove colour - Encourage predictions
• Add/Remove division lines between squares - Encourage/Discourage counting
• Save configurations
• Find out about the background research
Numbuko aims for children to freely explore independently and learn through talk with an adult
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Minor bug fixes and revisions
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Information
- Seller
- Andrew Manches
- Size
- 1.7 MB
- Category
- Education
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 17.6 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 17.6 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 14.6 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Made for Ages 6–8
- Copyright
- © 2026 Andrew Manches