# Base Ten Blocks

> Interactive base ten blocks for practicing place value in education. (iPhone/iPad app by Joe Scrivens.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/base-ten-blocks/id583576742 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joe Scrivens](https://appshunter.io/developer/426131436)
- Category: Education, Games
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean and 9 more
- Released: 2012-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-02
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/base-ten-blocks/id583576742/reviews.md

## What is Base Ten Blocks?

Practice place value with Base Ten Blocks.

This app has two modes; an explore mode where you can see the relationship between place value and base ten blocks and a test mode where you are given a number and you have to fill in the places with the correct number of blocks.

Thousands, hundreds, tens and ones are used in the app but you can change the test mode to which place value suits the needs of your learner.

As you drag the blocks into place it will automatically update them when you hit ten. So ten ones will become a ten block and shift into the correct position.

This is an invaluable teaching tool as well as a great student testing tool.

## Key features

- Place value exploration mode
- Interactive test mode
- Automatic block conversion
- Customizable place value focus
- Visual learning tool

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/base-ten-blocks/id583576742/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Interresting but…

*2021-12-14, version 1.2*

The green check just appear when the answer is right.

### 2/5 — Won’t allow borrowing and regrouping.

*2018-03-23*

I just bought this in order to work on regrouping with my daughter. It does not allow you to regroup the blocks (having 11 tens in order to borrow). I am dissapointed

### 5/5 — Ed Tech Coordinator

*2014-02-05*

This app is simple to use and does what it’s supposed to do.  Kids will have an easy time counting with base ten blocks and and the app regroups without a hitch.  I like that you can add or take away blocks easily and at any time.  Highly recommended for home or classroom use.

### 5/5 — Amazing teaching tool!

*2013-03-05, version 1.0.0*

Perfect app. Solves the problem of a large class not being able to see the base ten blocks during a lesson. Just throw this app up on the projector screen!  Completely intuitive and easy to use. Would it be possible have, for example, the hundreds pop back into ten tens. It works great for addition and multiplication.  It would be even better if I could show division with reverse regrouping.

### 4/5 — Simple and functional

*2013-02-20*

I almost didn't buy this because the only two ratings are negative, but I decided to go with it rather than the higher rated similar app because this one includes thousands cubes and the other one doesn't.  Now that I've got it, I don't see what the problem is, and I can only assume the negative ratings are from competing developers since there are no reviews explaining the negative ratings.  This app is simple, but it does what it says it does.  I'd like it even more if there were a more graphic representation of the regrouping process.

## Frequently asked questions about Base Ten Blocks

### What is Base Ten Blocks?

Base Ten Blocks is an educational app that helps users practice place value using interactive base ten blocks. It offers both an exploration mode to understand relationships and a test mode for problem-solving.

### How does Base Ten Blocks help with learning place value?

The app visually demonstrates how ten ones become a ten block and shift positions, reinforcing the concept of regrouping and place value. Users can also test their understanding by filling in correct block quantities for given numbers.

### Can I customize the place values used in Base Ten Blocks?

Yes, the app allows you to change the test mode to focus on specific place values such as thousands, hundreds, tens, and ones, suiting the learner's needs.

### What devices is Base Ten Blocks available on?

Base Ten Blocks is currently supported on iPads.

### What is the age rating for Base Ten Blocks?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners.

### How much does Base Ten Blocks cost?

Base Ten Blocks is a paid app, available for $0.99.

### When was Base Ten Blocks last updated?

The latest version of Base Ten Blocks was released on October 11, 2017, with the app first being released on December 10, 2012.

### Does Base Ten Blocks have ads?

No, Base Ten Blocks does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2017-10-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

update for ios11

### 1.1 — 2013-10-02

bug fix fos ios7

### 1.0.0 — 2012-12-06

No release notes.

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