# Number Pieces, by MLC — A Math Learning Center tool

> Interactive math tool for place value and multi-digit computation. (iPhone/iPad app by The Math Learning Center.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/number-pieces-by-mlc/id605433778 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Math Learning Center](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542700905)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.7 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-26
- Data updated: 2026-07-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/number-pieces-by-mlc/id605433778/reviews.md

## What is Number Pieces, by MLC?

Number Pieces helps students develop a deeper understanding of place value while building their computation skills with multi-digit numbers. Students use the number pieces to represent multi-digit numbers, regroup, add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

FEATURES

• Add and manipulate pieces (ones, tens, and hundreds).

• Change the starting set of pieces to a basic or an advanced set.

• Join pieces in groups of ten or break them apart (e.g., 10 ones into 1 ten and vice versa).

• Use the expanding edge piece like a measuring tape to show the dimensions of arrays created with the pieces.

• Choose from three different colors to clearly identify groups or pieces.

• Move, rotate, and duplicate pieces individually or as a group.

• Use the drawing tools to label representations and show understanding.

• Add equations, expressions, and descriptions with the math text and writing tools.

• Zoom and scroll to work with larger collections of pieces.

• Hide and reveal work with resizable covers to create your own problems and model strategies.

• Share your work by saving an image or providing a share code to others.

MORE APPS

For more Number Pieces resources and other apps, visit:

www.mathlearningcenter.org/apps

LEARN MORE

To learn about Bridges in Mathematics, an elementary curriculum that employs visual models like number pieces, visit:

www.mathlearningcenter.org/bridges/overview

ABOUT US

This resource is brought to you by The Math Learning Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to K-12 education since 1976.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Number Pieces was made possible by a generous donation from Dr. David Moursund.

This app was crafted by Clarity Innovations. We help improve teaching and learning by creating solutions that match promising technologies with the needs of education.

Visit us: www.clarity-innovations.com

## Key features

- Manipulate ones, tens, and hundreds pieces
- Regroup pieces (e.g., 10 ones to 1 ten)
- Measure array dimensions with an edge piece
- Use drawing and text tools for annotations
- Zoom, scroll, and hide/reveal work
- Share work via image save or share code

## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/number-pieces-by-mlc/id605433778/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I want a thousands block

*2025-09-14, version 4.2.1*

This game is great but there’s one problem, we need a thousands block! I know you can place 10 hundred blocks to replicate a thousand but the option for a thousands block is so much better. Please add a thousands block so that I’ll be happy.

### 5/5 — Great progress but I want the thousands block. And add the color option blue.

*2022-02-19, version 4.1.1*

Wow! This is the best math apps I’ve seen! Great job! :)

### 4/5 — Correct

*2021-09-22*

C’est bien mais il n’y a pas beaucoup de place,l’es bloc son trop gros et il y a une limite de bloc après quelques secondes mais sinon c’est bien

### 5/5 — I Need More Updates!

*2021-09-19, version 4.1.0*

I Need A Thousand Block, Ten Thousand block, a Hundred Thousand Block, A Million Block, 3D Mode, And An Even Bigger Screen!

### 5/5 — I love it

*2021-05-21*

I love it

### 4/5 — Wonderful but would like split screen ability

*2020-10-22, version 4.0.4*

This app is great for playing around with place value and base ten ideas. I would love to see the ability to use the split screen option on iPads- would be so helpful for my virtual learners who are using it to help them with the Bridges workbook pages.

### 4/5 — Hope

*2020-09-26, version 4.0.4*

I hope to add a split screen service in an iPad

### 4/5 — It deletes itself

*2020-05-13, version 4.0.4*

So in school everyday we have math and the teacher wants us to use this but then if you leave the app for even a second everything is automatically deleted so please get rid of this feature or fix this glitch because it gets on my nerves a lot.

### 2/5 — App review

*2018-10-18, version 3.1.3*

This app is best utilized with teacher-based instruction. Students are likely to be somewhat engaged with the application since elements are basic. . The ability to create base ten blocks with the number pieces are not challenging and students are not distracted by any additional frills. However, there is no instruction, or game-like quality for students to do independently so teacher instruction is needed in order for students to understand the purpose of using the app, what they are creating, and what it represents. Additionally, there is no way for a teacher to assess student’s growth or record their progress.

### 5/5 — Great for homeschool

*2017-10-01, version 3.1.3*

I love this free, ad free app!  My kids love using the iPad for school, and this math app gives me access to math manipulative that are expensive and hard to store.  They can be used with any math curriculum for a variety of grades.  This app is also easy to use, colorful but not distracting.

## Frequently asked questions about Number Pieces, by MLC

### What is Number Pieces used for?

Number Pieces is designed to help students develop a deeper understanding of place value and build their computation skills with multi-digit numbers through interactive manipulation of visual math pieces.

### What grade levels is Number Pieces for?

The app is suitable for K-12 education, with a focus on elementary school students learning foundational arithmetic and place value concepts.

### Can I use Number Pieces offline?

As a free educational tool, Number Pieces does not require an internet connection to function, allowing for offline use in any learning environment.

### How does Number Pieces help with computation?

Students can use the interactive number pieces to visually represent multi-digit numbers and perform operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, aiding in conceptual understanding.

### Does Number Pieces have ads?

No, Number Pieces is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted learning experience for students.

### What devices does Number Pieces support?

Number Pieces is currently available for iPad devices, offering a touch-friendly interface for interactive learning.

### How often is Number Pieces updated?

The app was last updated on July 20, 2023, indicating ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

### What is the age rating for Number Pieces?

Number Pieces has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for young learners and early elementary students.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.2.1 — 2023-07-20

Version 4.2 introduced an enhanced palette with additional drawing and annotation tools: highlighter, rectangular and round shapes, variable line thickness, and arrowheads. 4.2.1 contains some bug fixes.

### 4.2.0 — 2023-07-12

This version introduces an enhanced palette with additional drawing and annotation tools: highlighter, rectangular and round shapes, variable line thickness, and arrowheads.

### 4.1.1 — 2021-10-30

New in Version 4.1:

• Hide and reveal work with resizable covers to create your own problems and model strategies.
• Usability improvements and bug fixes.
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Added in Version 4.0: 

• Share your work by saving an image or url, or providing a sharing code to others. Great for creating the initial setup of an activity, then sharing it with students so they can explore it further.
• Enter text directly from your keyboard with the new writing tool. Add labels, descriptions, or instructional text to your work.
• More easily edit equations and other math text using a traditional text field.
• Drawings on the workspace stay visible when the drawing palette is closed.

### 4.1.0 — 2021-09-07

New in Version 4.1:

• Hide and reveal work with resizable covers to create your own problems and model strategies.
• Usability improvements and bug fixes.
______________________

Added in Version 4.0: 

• Share your work by saving an image or url, or providing a sharing code to others. Great for creating the initial setup of an activity, then sharing it with students so they can explore it further.
• Enter text directly from your keyboard with the new writing tool. Add labels, descriptions, or instructional text to your work.
• More easily edit equations and other math text using a traditional text field.
• Drawings on the workspace stay visible when the drawing palette is closed.

### 4.0.4 — 2019-05-15

New features in Version 4:
• Share your work by saving an image or url, or providing a sharing code to others. Great for creating the initial setup of an activity, then sharing it with students so they can explore it further.

• Enter text directly from your keyboard with the new writing tool. Add labels, descriptions, or instructional text to your work.

• More easily edit equations and other math text using a traditional text field.

• Switch the pieces in use to a simplified set of colored pieces. This is useful when first working with base ten concepts, putting greater focus on place value, counting, addition, and subtraction.

• Drawings on the workspace stay visible when the drawing palette is closed.
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Version 4.0.4 includes a number of small improvements and bug fixes.

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