When Brownsville Independent School District (BISD) faced a challenge familiar to many educators—engaging students in mastering essential math skills—they found a game-changing solution that transformed their classrooms in just 15 minutes a day: Math Basecamp by Legends of Learning.

From Frustration to Fun: The Power of Math Basecamp

Before introducing Math Basecamp, elementary students at BISD struggled with basic math fact fluency, a fundamental skill necessary for higher-level problem-solving.

Traditional methods and other digital tools fell short, lacking the excitement and individualized approach needed to make a lasting impact.

That’s when Sally Legault, BISD’s Elementary Math Specialist, turned to Math Basecamp—and everything changed.

Engagement Like Never Before

With Math Basecamp’s interactive, researched-based approach, BISD saw immediate results. Over 3 months of usage, students increased the number of mastered facts by 17%.

The secret? A blend of fun mini-games, hands-on activities, and data-driven feedback empowers students to track their progress and celebrate their achievements in an average 15-minute session per day.

“It’s individualized; students work on what they need to work on, it’s a quick fifteen minutes per day, and they can see their progress. They get excited about that,” said Sally Legault, highlighting the enthusiastic response from students.

Transforming Classrooms, One Game at a Time

Over 3,000 students in BISD are now regularly choosing Math Basecamp, and teachers have noticed a shift in classroom dynamics.

Students who once resisted math are now the first to ask, “Can we do Math Basecamp?” They cheer for their time on the platform and approach math with excitement and confidence, thanks to the engaging, game-like experience tailored to their individual needs.

Aryah Fradkin, Co-Founder of Legends of Learning, recognizes this transformation: “Kids who wouldn’t usually do math love Math Basecamp. Every kid WANTS to learn. I’ve been in a lot of classrooms and talked to kids about their experiences, and they’re over the moon about Math Basecamp.”

Real-Time Progress for Teachers and Students

Beyond student enthusiasm, Math Basecamp provides impactful tools for educators to boost math engagement.

Teachers at BISD use built-in data reports to monitor student growth and customize lessons based on individual needs. This adaptive approach has not only improved math fluency but also empowered teachers to differentiate instruction, ensuring that every student receives the support they need.

The results speak for themselves: math scores are on the rise, and teachers now have a reliable, engaging tool that students love.

Get the Full Story: See How Your School Can Achieve the Same Results!

Ready to transform your school’s approach to math? Check out the full case study to learn more about how Math Basecamp is making a difference in classrooms like yours. Discover how a simple, engaging 15-minute routine can change the way your students experience math and set them up for success!

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Enjoy and leverage the new math games in September 2024! Another exciting update to our engaging and rigorous Learning Universe!

We’re happy to introduce you to the latest additions to our classroom games, designed to enhance students’ test scores through engaging gameplay.

Have you missed the last month’s update? Look at all the new science games launched in August here.

New Math Games in September 2024 🧪

Get ready to engage your students with exciting new adventures and hands-on learning experiences.

Grades K-2

• Number Expedition:  Play different minigames and solve math problems by applying your knowledge in place value.

Grades 3-5

• Rounding Adventure: Help us discover the hidden objects on the island while learning about rounding numbers to the nearest 10! 
• Rounding Island: Travel across the mystery island, collect coins, and beat each minigame to understand how to round whole numbers.
• Magic Island: Compare Numbers: Reveal all the secrets of Magic Island by comparing numbers!
• Decimal Odyssey: Learn to read and write decimals and compose and decompose numbers with decimals! Discover the secrets of an ancient island and practice math simultaneously!
• Rounding Quest: Learn rounding by solving the mystery of the magic island and discover its secrets in a fun and exciting quest!
• Fraction Island: Solve the puzzles and learn about equivalent fractions.
• Nyx in Polygonia: Travel with Nyx to Polygonia to learn the secrets of angles and lines.
• The Tenth Temple: Embark on an adventure with Mr. Ribbit Jones! Clear all the rooms to find the Golden Bug while improving your math skills in place value.
• Base 10 Mini Golf: Are you able to shoot holes-in-one while solving division and multiplication problems? Beat all the levels and learn how the base 10 patterns work.
• Angry Birds: Coordinate: Shoot our Angry Birds friends using different coordinates and defeat the evil piggies to understand how to read, interpret, and define the coordinate plane. 

A Closer Look at Featured Games

Number Expedition — Elementary Math

EdGame Description:

Transport your students to a world where numbers come alive and math is an exhilarating adventure!

Journey to the Heart of Numeracy

In “Number Expedition,” students embark on a thrilling quest to a mysterious math-infused island. This immersive game transforms abstract mathematical concepts into tangible, exciting challenges that will captivate even the most reluctant learners.

Key Features:

• Magical Guides: The wise Guardian Orb and a cast of enchanting creatures lead students through their mathematical odyssey.
• Interactive Puzzles: Cleverly designed challenges that engage critical thinking skills and reinforce core concepts.
• Fantastical Exploration: Students can uncover hidden secrets and unlock new areas as mathematical prowess grows.
• Adaptive Difficulty: Ensures each student is appropriately challenged and supported.

Educational Benefits:

• Seamlessly blends curriculum-aligned content with engaging gameplay.
• Provides immediate feedback, allowing students to learn from mistakes in a low-stress environment.
• Encourages persistence and resilience in problem-solving.
• Offers teachers valuable insights into student progress and areas needing additional support.

By weaving essential mathematical skills into an epic adventure, “Number Expedition” transforms routine practice into an eagerly anticipated journey of discovery. Watch as your students evolve from hesitant mathematicians into confident numerical explorers, eager to tackle each new challenge!

Rounding Adventure – Elementary Math

EdGame Description:

Transform rounding from a tedious task into an enchanting quest with “Rounding Adventure,” an elementary math game that brings numbers to life!

Key Features:

• Magical Mentors: Learn from wise creatures like the Phoenix and Gorilla.
• Progressive Challenges: Master rounding to tens, hundreds, and beyond.
• Interactive Gameplay: Apply rounding skills in imaginative scenarios.

Educational Benefits:

• Reinforces core math concepts through engaging storytelling.
• Builds confidence in number manipulation and estimation.
• Provides a fun, low-pressure environment for math practice.

Watch as your students evolve from hesitant mathematicians into confident number wizards, eagerly tackling each new rounding challenge!

Rounding Island – Elementary Math

EdGame Description:

Transform your 4th graders into mathematical explorers with “Rounding Adventure,” where number skills are the key to unlocking a world of wonder!

Furthermore, step into a mystical realm where every digit holds hidden potential. This enchanted island offers tailored challenges that align perfectly with 4th-grade math standards, while its adaptive difficulty system ensures that every young adventurer feels both challenged and successful.

As students navigate through the island’s magical landscapes, they’ll discover that their growing mastery of rounding is the true key to unveiling the island’s deepest secrets.

Skills Mastered:

• Rounding whole numbers to any place value.
• Estimating sums and differences.
• Applying rounding in real-world contexts.

Gameplay Highlights:

• Solve puzzles to reveal the island’s secrets.
• Earn magical artifacts by mastering rounding techniques.
• Collaborate with quirky island inhabitants for added fun and learning.

Teacher Benefits:

• Built-in assessment tools track student progress.
• Customizable content to complement your curriculum.
• Engaging storyline motivates even reluctant math learners.

Watch as your students eagerly dive into the world of rounding, transforming a sometimes tricky concept into an exciting adventure they can’t wait to continue!

Keep an eye out for more exciting game updates coming your way soon.

Have you missed last month’s new games? Take a look at August’s update here! And don’t forget to watch for more exciting game updates coming your way soon.

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Get ready for a whimsical learning adventure understanding radio concepts and language with Legends of Learning and Rube Goldberg‘s newest math game, The Great Rube Goldberg Ratio! This is the third game published through our partnership with the Rube Goldberg Institute for Innovation & Creativity! This collaboration was facilitated by our licensing representative, Maximum Orbit.

This exciting addition to our Rube Goldberg series seamlessly blends the iconic chain reaction machines with engaging math challenges, making ratios a breeze for students in grades 6-8.

Ratios in Action: Beyond Numbers on a Page

But what exactly are ratios, and how does this game make them fun? Ratios are all about comparing two quantities. Imagine a recipe that calls for 2 cups of flour and 1 cup of sugar.

The ratio of flour to sugar is 2:1. In the real world, ratios are everywhere! From mixing paint colors to scaling up a recipe, understanding ratios unlocks a world of practical applications.

The Rube Goldberg Connection:

The “Great Rube Goldberg Ratio” takes inspiration from the wacky inventions of Rube Goldberg, where a simple task is completed through a series of elaborate, interconnected steps.

This game cleverly mirrors that concept – students build a virtual Rube Goldberg machine, but instead of dominoes and levers, they use ratios!

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Learning Through Play: 3 Key Elements of The Great Rube Goldberg Ratio

The game is designed to be both educational and entertaining, incorporating several key elements:

Mini-Challenges

Before constructing their Rube Goldberg machine, students conquer a series of mini-games that require critical thinking and problem-solving.

Here, they’ll apply ratio concepts to navigate obstacles, calculate distances for sliding fruits, and collect balls in specific proportions. Each challenge reinforces the concept of ratios in a practical way.

Fixing the Machine

Uh oh! The machine isn’t working!

Students put their ratio knowledge to the test by choosing the correct answer to repair the machine, solidifying their understanding of the learning objective.

Setting the Ratio & Running the Contraption

After conquering the mini-challenges and fixing the machine, the grand finale arrives!

Students set the “right ratio” using bells and lights, a crucial step in completing the Rube Goldberg chain reaction.

The game offers various goals, like caging a bird, making a smoothie, or even fixing a clock – all achieved through the power of ratios!

In the fashion of Rube Goldberg, we’ll solve all these challenges by constructing a complex machine that performs a simple task in the most elaborate and creative way possible.

See more titles or our collaboration with the Rube Goldberg Institute for Innovation & Creativity

The Benefits of Learning Through Play

By combining the joy of building Rube Goldberg machines with engaging mini-games, “The Great Rube Goldberg Ratio” offers a unique learning experience:

• Interactive & Engaging: Short, interactive mini-games keep students motivated and actively involved in the learning process.
• Real-World Applications: Students see ratios come to life through the challenges and Rube Goldberg machine, making the concept more relatable and memorable.
• Problem-Solving Skills: The game encourages critical thinking as students strategize and make decisions to overcome challenges and complete the machine.

The Future of Learning

This innovative game exemplifies Legends of Learning’s commitment to transforming abstract math concepts into engaging game-based learning. By embracing the power of play, we can empower students to master math skills while having fun!

Ready to Join the Learning Adventure?

Head over to the Legends of Learning platform to experience “The Great Rube Goldberg Ratio” for yourself!

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Hi Legends! Welcome to another exciting update from our Learning Universe! This July, we’re thrilled to introduce you to the latest additions to our ever-expanding array of Math classroom games, designed to engage while enhancing your students’ test scores. If you missed last month’s new games you can take a look at June’s update here.

New Math Games in July 2024

Get ready to engage your students with exciting new adventures and hands-on learning experiences.

Games for Grades K-2

• Numera – Read and write numbers up to 1000: Help Timmy break numbers into ones, tens, and thousands and name them! 
• The Astronaut’s Garden:  You are on a mission on Mars! Solve the word problems to water and protect the space plants, and bring life to the red planet!

Grades 3-5

• Angry Birds: Space Tactics: Join our Angry Birds friends and learn fundamental geometry concepts such as points, lines, line segments, rays, and angles.

Grades 6-8

• Agrimath Crop Challenges: Learn how to read the coordinate plane (X and Y axes) while handling farm production. 

A Closer Look at Featured Games

Numera – Read and write numbers up to 1000  — Elementary Math 

Angry Birds: Space Tactics – Elementary Math

Agrimath Crop Challenges – Middle Math

Game Description:

In Agrimath: Crop Challenges the player will farm for crops and by doing so will learn how to identify each axis (X and Y) and learn to recognize values within them.

When given tasks like watering, planting seeds, and harvesting, the player will have to pay attention to which position is the correct one to do such tasks within the axis.

Have you missed last month’s new games? Take a look at May’s update here! And don’t forget to keep an eye out for more exciting game updates coming your way soon.

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Hi Legends! Welcome to another exciting update from our Learning Universe Math Games! This May, we’re thrilled to introduce you to the latest additions to our ever-expanding array of Math classroom games, designed to engage while enhancing your students’ test scores. If you missed last month’s new games you can take a look at April’s update here.

New Math Games in May 🧪

Get ready to engage your students with exciting new adventures and hands-on learning experiences.

Grades 3-5

• Rube Goldberg Magic Marbles: Do your day-to-day activities in the most complicated way possible, with the added twist of writing math expressions!
• Equivalence: Collect and cut ingredients in the forest using fractions to brew potions. 
• Ninja Kite: The Thousandth Toad: Join Kenzo on his quest to decrypt the magical scrolls by writing and reading decimals to the thousandths.
• Cake Drop: Divide each falling cake into the correct number of slices to keep our guests happy!
• MathScape: The Chronicles of Place Value: Move numbers to the left and right to understand place value.
• Prime Fishing: Use your knowledge of prime and composite numbers to catch the right fish. 
• Captain Comparison’s Fraction Face-Off: Join our captain in his mission for the treasure to recover his body, he’s a skeleton! Compare fractions to defeat our enemies and reach the treasure!

Grades 6-8

• Percent City: Understand how percentages work while saving the day from an evil virus.

A Closer Look at Featured Games

Rube Goldberg Magic Marbles — Elementary Math

Game Description:

Rube Goldberg Magic Marbles is a game where students will choose and set up contraptions to help with some day-to-day activities while learning to write and read simple expressions.

 

Equivalence – Elementary Math

Game Description:

Time for potions!

Help out a wizard lady in her potion shop. Learn about Equivalence, and compare similar fractions!

Ninja Kite: The Thousand Toad – Elementary Math

Game Description:

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Kenzo. Dash through the vibrant pixelated world of the Thousand Toad Swamp, using simple mechanics to navigate obstacles and pitfalls.

As Kenzo undertakes his daily 1K run, test both his physical prowess and mental acuity by solving puzzles at the five shrines of knowledge scattered along the way.

With a blend of fast-paced action, brain-teasing challenges, and mystical abilities, Kenzo’s journey promises an unforgettable adventure for all who dare to join him.

 

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