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Kahoot! Algebra 2 by DragonBox

Super fun, cutting-edge approach to learning and practicing algebra

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Based on 4 reviews

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Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

6–10

Subjects & Skills

Critical Thinking, Math

Price: Free to try
Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire

Pros: Learning algebra is built in to engaging gameplay, and kids can apply what they learn using a practice mode.

Cons: Harder levels might frustrate some kids, so the option for more hints would be helpful.

Bottom Line: Kids build a strong foundation for algebra by learning the underlying concepts for solving equations with this extremely fun and educational math tool.

It would be fun to use Kahoot! Algebra 2 by DragonBox as a way to reinforce concepts. Kids can work in pairs to complete each level, but ideally, they'd work individually to complete the practice problems. The first chapter is easy enough that you could use it as a fun introduction to middle school algebra or to assess students' prior knowledge. Once kids complete a chapter, have them choose one of the equations from the game mode to write and solve using paper and pencil.

Kahoot! Algebra 2 by DragonBox is a fun and challenging game that teaches kids how to solve algebraic equations. Kids learn one of the most important concepts in algebra: keeping equations balanced. They learn this concept by dragging and dropping objects on two sides of a diagram, reinforcing the idea that what's done to one side of an equation must be done to the other side.

The game mode has 10 chapters, with 20 levels to complete for each chapter. A practice mode lets kids use what they learn to solve more traditional equations. The main goal of the game is to solve equations by dragging and tapping objects so the dragon in the box is by itself on one side of the screen. When kids are successful, the dragon eats anything on the opposite side of the screen and continues to grow. Once kids complete all 20 levels within a chapter, the dragon is finished growing and the next chapter unlocks. Hints help guide kids who struggle, and after one unsuccessful try at a level, kids can tap to see the solution.

Kids use gameplay to build a conceptual understanding of algebra as they use Kahoot! Algebra 2 by DragonBox. They learn how to solve equations in a truly unique way and then have the opportunity to assess learning in a more traditional practice mode. Kids start by learning basic skills as they tap objects to make them disappear so the dragon in the box is alone on the screen. As learning progresses, kids have to isolate the box (which later becomes a variable) on one side of the screen. The key to success is that kids have to do the same thing to both sides of the screen, which models an equation. Advanced chapters incorporate fractions, coefficients, and more. Earning points and rewards motivates kids to complete each level. The game also helps build critical-thinking skills, since kids earn the most points for solving equations using the fewest number of steps. Kahoot! Algebra 2 by DragonBox will engage kids to learn and enjoy algebra.

Learning Rating

Overall Rating
Engagement

Kids will have tons of fun while being challenged to balance and solve equations. Watching dragons grow is pretty cool, too.

Pedagogy

Equations increase in difficulty, and stepped-out solutions are offered for kids who need help. The integration of gameplay with learning is seamless.

Support

Subtle hints and animated tutorials help teach kids how to use rules. As the difficulty level increases, the lack of detailed explanations may frustrate some kids.

Common Sense reviewer

Community Rating

Great tool for understanding equation solving

I like this app as a reinforcement or as a starting point to get kids thinking about solving equations.

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Privacy Rating

Data Safety How safe is this product?

  • Unclear whether this product supports interactions between trusted users.
  • Unclear whether personal information can be displayed publicly.
  • Unclear whether user-created content is filtered for personal information before being made publicly visible.

Data Rights What rights do I have to the data?

  • Users can create or upload content.
  • Processes to access or review user data are available.
  • Processes to modify data are available for authorized users.

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  • Personalised advertising is displayed.

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