Community reviews for DreamBox Learning Math

The manipulatives and graphics are great, especially since the math program used does not have visual models. Leading students through each manipulative before having to use it is helpful as well.

I like it! I like how it really drills in number sense for our kiddos. This sets them up for success later. Plus, the reports are informational!

Excellent Differentiating Tool!

It's great for visual learners, but also for kids who struggle with visuals.

It's powerful for customizing instruction to where the child has gaps or has strengths (and can work ahead of the group). The kids really like it. I like that they can "earn points" but the "My Stuff" section is actually very small and limited to what they can buy on (songs, background image, a border around their avatar). I also like that the kids can earn a short 20-30 second "game" which helps break up the lessons.

I like that it is challenging but not so hard that they feel they can't do it. I can appreciate a program that is fun for students but also easy and meaningful to teachers.

I absolutely love it. I think it's so valuable to have. Students are able to complete short lessons that strengthen their understanding of specific concepts.

I love it! The kids are excited and show great progress!

Ok, but not great.

I would use DreamBox mostly to reinforce what has already been taught in my classroom. Students could work independently on concepts already taught. I do wish that DreamBox offered more instructional mini-lessons prior to asking students to complete a task. Currently, students are shown a sort of demonstration of a math tool or of the concept with one or two examples, then asked to complete the task independently, using mental math. The fact that DreamBox is a mental math-based program can be difficult for some learners who may still require additional written practice and/or manipulatives. It is helpful to build math fluency.