This is a pretty special application that can be used cross-curricularly in the class. The game was developed by INKids, which produces various kids' apps, some of which are entertaining and some also educational. The developers have many free apps, though this one is $4.99. There are some stock materials included in the purchase but Futaba allows for content to be personalized and edited to suit the materials of a class. If the teacher doesn't take the time to customize the material, additional data packs may be purchased to keep it fresh.
Up to four players can interact on one iPad, which is great if the class doesn't have one unit per student. Team play can increase participation on one unit, and if there were a Smartboard available, the whole class could be engaged in one game. A special classroom version is available for the same price, that supports several simultaneous games. The information inlcuded is geared to grades K to 5, but again may be customized. There are three rounds in each game, with three points (seeds or futabas) available per round. The winner of the most futabas wins. It looks really fun!
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