# Ten Frames — Math with smiles

> Math with smiles (iPhone/iPad app by M Crisan Sarbu.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ten-frames/id6761128289 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [M Crisan Sarbu](https://appshunter.io/developer/716514433)
- Category: Education, Games
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 101 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ten-frames/id6761128289/reviews.md

## What is Ten Frames?

Ten Frames — Math with Smiles

Educational math app for children aged 4–6, built around the Ten Frames method.

About the method: Ten Frames is a foundational visual learning tool — a simple frame of 10 cells used to teach early number sense. The method itself is included in mathematics curricula around the world, 

Children learn to instantly recognize quantities through visual grouping: a filled row is always 5, a full frame is always 10. These benchmarks become anchors for all future mental math. The result: stronger number sense, faster mental arithmetic, less math anxiety.

For your child:
• 8 Adventure worlds with 68 challenges
• 10 visual themes (Space, Ocean, Forest, Farm, Candy, Unicorn, Pixel, Slime, K-Pop, Monsters)
• 36 stickers and 14 achievements
• Daily streak + milestone celebrations
• Voice narration in Romanian, English, and German — children who can't read yet can play independently

For you, the parent:
• Parent Dashboard with progress overview
• Zero analytics, zero ads, zero tracking — fully kid-safe
• In-app purchases protected by a parental gate
• Free tier: 5 exercises/day in gated modes + 3 free levels per Adventure world
• One-time premium unlock — no subscriptions

Available in Romanian, English, and German.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ten Frames Premium | $4.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.6.1 — 2026-08-19

Bug fixes and improvements:

• Fixed a crash that could close the app when opening a locked
  Adventure level.
• Your theme, language and last game mode are remembered between
  sessions again.
• On a new install the app now follows your device's language.
• Fixed an issue where a purchase could leave the upgrade screen stuck.
• If something unexpected happens, the app shows a friendly screen
  instead of closing.
• Typography and visual polish.

### 1.6.0 — 2026-06-01

Voice narration is here! For the first time, every instruction, problem, and word of praise is spoken aloud — so children who can't read yet can play on their own. Available in English, Romanian, and German.

New language: German.

New Adventure world "Number Bubbles" with mixed targets (Make 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9). Make 10! streamlined too.

Brand-new Home screen with smooth swipe-back navigation.

Parent Dashboard — track your child's stars, streak, and progress.

New Settings with a voice on/off toggle.

Plus many sound and polish improvements throughout.

### 1.5.0 — 2026-04-20

Adventure Map - NEW!
Embark on a math journey through 3 themed worlds:
• Counting Meadow 
• Addition Island 
• Subtraction Mountain 

Complete levels, earn stars, unlock rewards!
 Choose your style: guided Adventure or Free Play
 New animations and celebrations
Creative counting challenges
 Bug fixes and polish

### 1.0 — 2026-04-01

No release notes.

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