Reading Numbers2.0

Help your child move beyond simple rote counting to true mathematical literacy! Little Monkey Apps Reading Numbers helps early learners (ages 4-7) recognise, read, spell, and order numbers and number words from 0 to 20.
Rote counting ('1, 2, 3...') is only the first step. To build a solid foundation for elementary arithmetic, children must connect three distinct representations:
1. The spoken word ('fourteen')
2. The written numeral (14)
3. The written word ('fourteen') and its concrete quantity.
For young minds, teen numbers (11-19) present unique linguistic hurdles. Unlike predictable numbers such as twenty-four or sixty-five, teen numbers do not follow a straightforward left-to-right naming pattern, and numbers like 14 are frequently misread as 'forty-one' or 'one-four'. Reading Numbers bridges this gap through multi-sensory, hands-on learning.
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8 RESEARCH-BACKED LEARNING MODULES
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1. MAGNETIC NUMBERS
Place jumbled numbers back into their correct sequence on the 1-10, 11-20, or 1-20 grid. Tap refresh or shake your device to reset the board!
2. LINE MATCH
Draw direct connections between numerals and their matching written number words across 3 progressive difficulty levels.
3. ORDERING
Arrange scrambled number words on a vertical ladder from smallest to largest, reinforcing ordinal sequence and comparative magnitude.
4. OBJECT MATCH
Count colourful fruit illustrations and match concrete quantities with the corresponding numeral digit.
5. OBJECT MATCH II
A multi-target counting challenge: match multiple numeral tiles simultaneously to their matching groups of objects.
6. WORD PUZZLE
Unscramble individual letter tiles to spell out number words. Level 3 introduces distractor letters to foster genuine phonemic and orthographic recall.
7. NUMBER PUZZLE
Solve two-part association cards by matching numeral tiles, quantity groups, and written number words into unified puzzle frames.
8. LISTEN & TAP (NEW!)
Listen to natural voice prompts and tap the matching number word. Features repetition on demand to sharpen auditory discrimination and word recognition.
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DESIGNED FOR CLASSROOMS & DIVERSE LEARNERS
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. 4 CLASSROOM FONTS: Choose between School Print (clean manuscript), School Handwriting, Dyslexia-Friendly Reading Fluency (Lexend spacing to reduce visual crowding), and Playful Cartoon.
. DUAL ACCENT AUDIO: Select authentic Australian (AU) or British (UK) voice narration, or switch to Quiet Classroom Mode for silent work periods.
. ADAPTIVE MASTERY: The app dynamically monitors learner hesitation and mistakes, subtly giving extra reinforcement to tricky teen numbers.
. 3 PROGRESSION LEVELS: Activities scale seamlessly from 1-10, to 11-20, to 0-20 including the vital concept of zero.
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TEACHER & PARENT APPROVED
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. 100% AD-FREE & SAFE: Zero advertisements, zero third-party tracking, and no hidden subscriptions.
. OFFLINE ACCESSIBLE: Perfect for school iPad carts, road trips, and airplane rides without needing Wi-Fi.
. MULTITASKING SUPPORT: Fully supports iPad Split View and Slide Over for seamless classroom station integration.
Designed by experienced primary school educators, Little Monkey Apps creates purposeful digital tools that encourage rich dialogue between children, parents, and teachers.

Version History Welcome to Reading Numbers 2.0! We have completely rebuilt the app from the ground up to deliver a modern, classroom-ready early math experience.
What's New in Version 2.0:
• BRAND NEW GAME — LISTEN & TAP: An auditory number-word recognition game! Children listen to spoken numbers and tap the corresponding word, reinforcing the critical link between sound and spelling.
• 4 CLASSROOM-ALIGNED FONTS: Personalize reading typography to match your curriculum:
- School Print (clean manuscript style)
- School Handwriting (pencil stroke style)
- Reading Fluency (Lexend font with scientifically spaced letters to aid dyslexic and emerging readers)
- Playful Cartoon
• DUAL VOICE PRONUNCIATION: Choose between authentic Australian (AU) and British (UK) voice narration.
• QUIET CLASSROOM MODE: Seamlessly play in sound-restricted classrooms with visual prompts when audio is muted.
• ADAPTIVE MASTERY PACING: Built-in learning engine automatically identifies hesitant numbers (especially tricky teen numbers 11–19) and offers targeted reinforcement.
• REFINED TOUCH & DROP PHYSICS: Enjoy crisp snap-to-target animations, smooth tile retention, and satisfying haptic-ready visual feedback.
• MODERN IPAD SUPPORT: Full native compatibility with Split View, Slide Over, and Stage Manager for iPadOS.
• PERFORMANCE REMASTER: Rebuilt with modern high-performance code for fluid 60/120 fps interactions and instant load times.
• PRIVACY COMMITTED: 100% ad-free, no tracking, no in-app purchases, and fully playable offline. 2.0 Sep 28 Compatability updates for latest iOS 1.05 11/12/2022 Various bug fixes 1.04 07/01/2020 - Compatibility update 1.03 04/18/2017 - Ordering update
- Improved snapping functions 1.02 09/24/2013 - Menu update
- eSpark update
- Ordering module change 1.01 09/10/2013 1.0 08/08/2013