Rocket Math

Technology is a wonderful addition to the classroom. iPads have been integrated into classrooms and finding the appropriate application is very important. One app that I have found to be very helpful is the Rocket Math App. This version of the app is free.

To start students build a rocket. In order to create a great rocket students have to build on by earning money through different missions.  Students launch rockets off the pad and fly into space. Flying can be done by tilting the device to steer the rocket and moving the slider to control the thrust. Once in space, kids will encounter multiple math missions.

Each math mission has touchable objects floating in space, including stars, coins, clocks, 3D shapes and even pizzas! Complete that mission and students can earn a bronze, silver or gold medal.  Missions range in difficulty from even/odd numbers all the way to square roots. Each time students get an answer right, they receive money. Once the round is finished, they go back to the rocket and improve it. Kids will keep on adding parts, thus perfecting their math skills.

Here is a screen shot of creating a rocket after earning a certain amount of money.



For any additional information please feel free to check out my Rocket Math Popplet