Nessy Numbers
Description
Nessy Numbers teaches mathematical strategies. It is ideal for children who struggle with math.
Strategies develop an understanding of core mathematical concepts. Research studies by professor David Geary have proved that understanding mathematical concepts is essential to learning mathematics and is a much more effective way to learn than memorization.
Tables of Doom
Become a master of times tables. Some children just can’t seem to remember their times tables. This program has been designed to help them. Learn in small steps. Each lesson builds upon the one before, reinforcing understanding. Children begin by learning strategies. These unique strategies lay the foundations of understanding. A sequence of learning games improve different multiplication skills and demonstrate how using strategies will help them succeed. Tables of Doom is incredibly motivational. As they learn, children journey on a quest to help their monkey defeat the gorillas and rescue the imprisoned animals.
“My daughter loves this. It has really helped her with the concept of times tables.” Nicki Watts Lee
Clock Island
Learning to tell the time is often an area of difficulty for all children but particularly for those with learning disabilities. These difficult mathematical concepts have been broken down into manageable stages and explained in a way that is much easier to understand. Meet Mr Hour and Mrs Minute. Help them repair Clock Island and defeat the gorilla robot – Burtzilla! The characters explain strategies that make telling the time much easier to understand. A range of different games help learn every aspect of time, from basic facts to converting digital time into the 24 hour clock.
“My children all love it!” Dawn Bradshaw
A subscription to Nessy Numbers gives access to two islands – but with more on the way.
Product information:
- Recommended for ages 5-11 years
- Nessy Numbers is an online program that requires an Internet connection and is accessed by logging in at nessy.com
- Works on Mac and Windows desktop or laptop computers. It is not tablet compatible.
- Internet browser: Chrome recommended for desktop or Android tablets and Safari for iPad.
Key Features
- Assessment game identifies what you need to learn
- Video learning strategies ideal for those who struggle with math
- Games designed to develop different numerical skills
- Printable worksheets reinforce learning
- Interactive widgets ideal for group classroom activities
- Color-coded records
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Nessy Numbers | $35.00/year | Grades k-5, Ages 5-11. |