Number Island

Number Island

Number Island is a daily puzzle game designed to make learning math fun and engaging. It's inspired by word puzzle games but focuses on numbers and arithmetic.

How to Play

The goal of Number Island is to create 'islands' of numbers on a grid that sum up to specific target numbers.

1. The Board: The main board contains a grid of numbers.
2. Target Islands: A list of target numbers is provided next to the board.
3. Creating Islands: Click on adjacent cells (horizontally or vertically) to form an island. Selected cells are highlighted.
4. Matching Targets: When the sum of the numbers in your island matches a target number, both the island and the target are highlighted.
5. Complete the Puzzle: Create an island for each target number to solve the puzzle.

Key Features

• Daily Puzzles: A new puzzle is available each day.
• Multiple Difficulty Levels: Choose from Easy to Omniscient to match your skill level.
• Targeted Practice: Strengthen addition, number flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
• Shareable: Share your game with friends.
• Timer: Track your solving time and compete against yourself.

Use Cases

• Educational Tool: Great for students to improve math skills.
• Brain Training: Sharpens mental arithmetic and logical thinking.
• Fun Challenge: Enjoyable for anyone who likes puzzles and numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What skills does Number Island help build?

A: Number Island helps improve addition fluency, number flexibility, problem-solving skills, tenacity, working memory, and logical thinking.

Q: What are some tips for teachers and parents?

A: Treat it like a fun game, encourage collaboration, make it competitive, encourage estimation, and encourage progression.

Q: How do I select a different day or level?

A: Use the "Select day" and "Select level" options in the side panel to choose a different puzzle.