# Whole Number Riddles — from Math Galaxy

> Math-based riddle and word jumble game for elementary education. (iPhone/iPad app by Gilbert Reilly.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whole-number-riddles/id500490518 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gilbert Reilly](https://appshunter.io/developer/500490521)
- Category: Education, Games, Puzzle, Word
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-02-28
- Data updated: 2026-07-04
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whole-number-riddles/id500490518/reviews.md

## What is Whole Number Riddles?

"The excitement the entire concept held for my fourth grader was wonderful as he excitedly completed problems in order to solve the riddle."
Also see review at:  http://www.bestappsforkids.com/2016/math-galaxy-whole-number-riddles/
or: https://web.archive.org/web/20161119182804/http://www.bestappsforkids.com/2016/math-galaxy-whole-number-riddles/

Math Galaxy Whole Number Riddles is a game like Wheel-of-Fortune, with the answers to math problems as clues to riddles and word jumbles. There are 500 riddles and 600 word jumbles with definitions which are chosen randomly. Numbers for math problems are created randomly and cover whole number operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide), time, money, and measurement (which includes adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing length, volume/capacity, weight and time).

## Key features

- Math problem clues for riddles
- Word jumbles with definitions
- Randomly generated problems
- Whole number operations
- Time, money, and measurement
- 500 riddles and 600 word jumbles

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whole-number-riddles/id500490518/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Thank you!!

*2016-07-19*

My son is in the first grade and I use this app to teach him how to work with money, measurement and time. The results are terrific! I'n so impressed how fast he got the basics. The app is worth every cent, totally recommended!

### 5/5 — You won't be disappointed

*2016-07-15*

This is something awesome! My whole family have been playing it for 2 months and we just can't stop. It's not just like really really educative for children, but it's also very exciting for them and their parents. We couldn't imagine that math problems may be so addictive. 5 stars for great job

## Frequently asked questions about Whole Number Riddles

### What kind of math skills does Whole Number Riddles teach?

Whole Number Riddles covers whole number operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It also incorporates concepts of time, money, and measurement, including calculations with length, volume, and weight.

### How does Whole Number Riddles work?

The app functions like a game where the answers to math problems serve as clues to solve riddles and word jumbles. Problems and content are chosen randomly for a varied experience.

### Is Whole Number Riddles suitable for young children?

Yes, the app has an age rating of 4+ and is designed to be engaging for elementary school students, as noted in user reviews.

### What devices can I play Whole Number Riddles on?

Whole Number Riddles is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How much does Whole Number Riddles cost?

Whole Number Riddles is a paid app and costs $4.99.

### Does Whole Number Riddles have ads?

No, Whole Number Riddles does not contain advertisements.

### How often is Whole Number Riddles updated?

The app was last updated on June 12, 2022, with version 3.0.

### What is the user feedback on Whole Number Riddles?

The app has received positive feedback, with a rating of 5.0 stars from 2 ratings, indicating high user satisfaction.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2022-06-12

Updated menus.
Updated to iOS 14.0

### 2.1 — 2019-04-29

Added optional background music and verbal feedback.

### 2.0 — 2019-04-17

Updated for iphone X, XR, XS, XS Max and iPad Pro.

### 1.5 — 2016-03-01

Added more problems on 1-digit times 2-digit multiplication and 1-digit divisor, 2-digit dividend.

### 1.4 — 2015-11-17

Updated graphics for iphones 6, 6 Plus, 6s, and 6s Plus.

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