Kids will want to practice their math on this portable skill-building ELA that turns math into a video game. MathShark quizzes eight different skill levels in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages, AND works as a full-function calculator with the press of a button. Problems are displayed on the LCD screen either vertically or horizontally. Answers receive immediate feedback with colorful flashing lights and tones. Sets are timed, and the elapsed time plus a message appear at the end of each set.

As they see their time improve, kids are continually motivated to beat it, just like when they play a video game. The more they play, the more they learn. Requires two “AA” batteries (not included). Measures 10″ x 6.1″ x 3.9″.

5 Responses to “Educational Insights MathShark”

1. Patricia Smith says:

   February 12, 2010 at 12:00 am

   Great Math helper. With my son being in 2nd grade and the levels this goes to, he should get a LOT of use out of this toy. Definitely not a waste of money!
2. Rebecca Young says:

   February 6, 2010 at 12:00 am

   This has been a great tool for our kids to use for Math. It was recommended by their teacher. The kids will take it off the shelf themselves and use it! Haven’t had any issues with it.
3. Sandra Robertson says:

   January 28, 2010 at 12:00 am

   My son used this for a little bit, nothing exceptional, but it worked as an electronic flashcard.

   One day he came home from school and teh battery cover was gone. Looked everywhere;couldn’t locate. I contacted Educational Insights, completeley willing to pay for a new battery cover.

   They said bluntly, they could not help me. At all. The HAD no battery covers, they said. Thanks and goodbye.

   I would never purchase from any compnay that has such poor product service. Buy a math game for a PC or DS instead.
4. Lisa D. Elkins says:

   January 18, 2010 at 12:00 am

   This item is being used with my students to help them learn their Math facts and they love it! It is a great way for students to learn and have fun at the same time.
5. Anastasia Smikhnova says:

   December 27, 2009 at 12:00 am

   Friday deals are awesome!!!
   
   I bought this toy for my 6 and 5 year old boys
   
   for just $17.00.
   
   They like it very much and take it everywhere with them.
   
   Right now they can use only add and sub, but yet love it.
   
   Math Shark helps them to develop basic math skills.