MathTappers: EstimateFractions 1.6.3



Publisher Description



MathTappers: Fraction Estimation is designed to help learners to build their intuitive understanding of fractions by helping them to relate fractions (both symbols and pictures) to the nearest half (e.g., 0, 1/2 1, 1 1/2, 2, etc.) and then to extend their understanding by challenging them to use fraction estimates in addition and subtraction problems. Learners should be able to master the challenges in this app before moving on to formal operations with fractions. We recommend that this app be used in conjunction with classroom or tutoring activities to support consolidation, mastery and fluency through a series of manageable challenges.

The purpose of this app is to support learners as they are developing their understanding of fractions, fraction symbols and fraction operations by emphasizing sense-making through estimation and the use of visual models. Evidence suggests that if learners are taught formulas and procedures before they develop understanding, then they may not be motivated to spend the effort needed to make sense of what they are doing. We want to support sense-making before procedural mastery.

This app is not intended to be mastered in one shot – rather levels should be assigned judiciously to support classroom learning activities. After introducing each fraction idea (fraction estimation, and estimation of sums and differences) in a classroom presentation, explanation or discussion this app may be used in small group and individual activities to support exploration, sense-making, consolidation and remediation.

Design: Tim Pelton & Leslee Francis Pelton
Programming: Mike Anderson, Joshua E. Smith & Garrett Reimer

The designers of the MathTappers apps are math educators and researchers seeking to create simple games that will help learners to make sense of mathematics one concept at a time. We have designed MathTappers apps to support students in learning mathematics by providing relevant visual models, focused content linked games and helpful suggestions for parents and educators.

Please check out all of our MathTappers apps (links found at MathTappers.com):

MathTappers: MultiMatch--a matching app that challenges learners to match sets of cards placed on the table. This is our newest MathTappers app. Although it comes with a deck and you can download others from our website, it was really designed to encourage teachers and students make and share their own matching game decks to capture their understanding and challenge others. Please go to mathtappers.com and check out our instructions on the right to find out how to make your own decks
MathTappers: Clock Master--learn to tell time
MathTappers: Estimate Fractions--make sense of fraction sums and differences
MathTappers: Find Sums--learn basic facts for addition and subtraction
MathTappers: Multiples--learn basic facts for multiplication and division
MathTappers: Equivalents--equivalent fractions, decimals and percents
MathTappers: Numberline--find relative positions of numbers on a numberline,
MathTappers: Carbon Choices--help students explore their carbon footprint.

Jun 14, 2020
Version 1.6.3
Adjustments to better suit newer screen sizes.


About MathTappers: EstimateFractions

MathTappers: EstimateFractions is a free app for iOS published in the Kids list of apps, part of Education.

The company that develops MathTappers: EstimateFractions is Tim Pelton. The latest version released by its developer is 1.6.3.

To install MathTappers: EstimateFractions on your iOS device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2020-06-14 and was downloaded 7 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the MathTappers: EstimateFractions as malware if the download link is broken.

How to install MathTappers: EstimateFractions on your iOS device:

  • Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to the App Store.
  • Once the MathTappers: EstimateFractions is shown in the iTunes listing of your iOS device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the GET button to the right of the app to start downloading it.
  • If you are not logged-in the iOS appstore app, you'll be prompted for your your Apple ID and/or password.
  • After MathTappers: EstimateFractions is downloaded, you'll see an INSTALL button to the right. Tap on it to start the actual installation of the iOS app.
  • Once installation is finished you can tap on the OPEN button to start it. Its icon will also be added to your device home screen.



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Downloads: 7
Updated At: 2024-03-25
Publisher: Tim Pelton
Operating System: Ios
License Type: Free