# Hands-On Math Number Balance

> Interactive math tool for elementary addition and multiplication skills. (iPhone/iPad app by Ventura Educational Systems.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hands-on-math-number-balance/id503346506 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ventura Educational Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/371324172)
- Category: Education, Games
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-02-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hands-on-math-number-balance/id503346506/reviews.md

## What is Hands?

Hands-On Math Number Balance provides an interactive learning environment for learning and enhancing addition and multiplication skills, and problem solving abilities. It is a perfect classroom tool for core mathematics instruction and enrichment. While using this app students will use mathematical thinking skills to solve randomly generated problems. Students will find the challenges solvable through interaction with the Number Balance. The skills learned are relevant to the elementary mathematics curriculum. Encourage your students to try our Number Balance, and as they do you will see them get better at many basic math skills. 

Number Balance offers 8 levels of difficulty. Younger learners will benefit from the settings where the challenge is to find a sum or product by balancing the scale. For older students teachers may want to use some of the options where the challenge is to find a missing addend, add a set of 3 or 4 numbers or find products. 

A comprehensive instructor's guide is provided and can be installed in iBooks.  The guide gives lesson ideas and suggests activities for classroom teachers.

Levels:

Level 1: Numbers and Operations - Comparing Whole Numbers 

Level 2: Addition Skills - Basic Addition Facts - Whole Numbers from 1 to 10 

Level 3: Addition Skills - Basic Addition Facts - Whole Numbers from 1 to 20 

Level 4: Addition Skills - Focus on Problem Solving - Whole Numbers from 1 to 30 

Level 5: Multiplication Skills - Multiplication Facts - Whole Numbers from 1 to 5 

Level 6: Multiplication Skills - Multiplication Facts - Whole Numbers from 1 to 10 

Level 7: Multiplication Skills - Focus on Patterns - Whole Numbers from 1 to 10 

Level 8: Addition Skills - Three or More Addends - Whole Numbers from 1 to 10

## Key features

- Interactive learning environment
- Addition and multiplication practice
- Problem-solving challenges
- 8 levels of difficulty
- Comprehensive instructor's guide
- Aligns with elementary curriculum

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hands-on-math-number-balance/id503346506/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Nice Tool

*2013-06-23*

I really like the levels of questions that come with this app. I would like to see another level. I teach middle school and we have to cover mean as a balance point. I would love to have a way of changing the numbers on the balance so that it balances on a number other than zero. For example, setting the balance point to 3 so that weights on 1 and 5 would make it balance evenly.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the suggestion.  If we can find a way to illustrate this concept within the available screen size we will try to implement it.

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2013-02-02*

I was excited to share this with my students. The number balance is one of my favorite math tools. But the app isn't working for me. It won't go past level one. Every, other level does not load properly and then quits as soon as the screen is tapped.  I deleted and reinstalled the app to no avail. Any suggestions? I'd really like to be able to use this.

**Developer response:** An update to version 2.1 should fix any problems.

## Frequently asked questions about Hands

### What math skills does Hands-On Math Number Balance teach?

Hands-On Math Number Balance focuses on teaching and enhancing addition and multiplication skills, along with problem-solving abilities. It covers basic facts, problem-solving scenarios, and finding missing addends across various number ranges.

### How many difficulty levels are available in Hands-On Math Number Balance?

The app offers 8 distinct levels of difficulty, catering to different learning stages. These levels progress from comparing whole numbers to more complex addition and multiplication tasks.

### Is Hands-On Math Number Balance suitable for classroom use?

Yes, it is designed as a classroom tool for core mathematics instruction and enrichment. A comprehensive instructor's guide with lesson ideas is also provided.

### What devices does Hands-On Math Number Balance support?

Currently, Hands-On Math Number Balance is supported on iPads. It is designed to leverage the interactive capabilities of tablet devices for an engaging learning experience.

### What is the age rating for Hands-On Math Number Balance?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners in preschool and early elementary grades. It introduces foundational math concepts in an accessible way.

### How often is Hands-On Math Number Balance updated?

The latest version of Hands-On Math Number Balance was released on April 24, 2023. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing support and potential for future enhancements.

### What is the price of Hands-On Math Number Balance?

Hands-On Math Number Balance is a paid application, available for $2.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features and learning levels.

### Does Hands-On Math Number Balance have ads?

No, Hands-On Math Number Balance does not contain advertisements. Users can enjoy an uninterrupted learning experience without any ad interruptions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2023-04-24

This version provides an update to recommended settings.

### 2.1 — 2016-02-02

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

This version provides iPad Pro compatibility and supports the latest iOS.

### 2.0 — 2014-10-30

This is update for iOS 8 compatibility.

### 1.8 — 2014-10-08

This update fixes a bug.

### 1.7 — 2013-02-14

Bug fix.

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