Number Bonds
Split and combine numbers — part-whole practice that quietly prepares children for both addition and subtraction.
What children practise in Number Bonds
Each math step reuses the skill before it, so new sums feel like a small win rather than a leap — that is how mental fluency is actually built.
Inside Number Bonds, practice is split into short rounds with instant feedback — children always know how they are doing, and parents can watch the streak grow day by day.
Sample content
Seeing how numbers split and combine
See Number Bonds in the app
Number Bonds lives inside the Mental Math track — here is how it looks in context.
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Frequently asked questions
What age is Number Bonds designed for?
Number Bonds works best for children aged 3 to 8 — from playful first exposure in kindergarten to confident fluency before Grade 1 and 2. Younger children start with shorter sessions and plenty of help.
How long should a daily Number Bonds session be?
About 10 minutes. Short, frequent practice builds stronger memory than one long weekly session, and it keeps the experience feeling like play rather than homework.
Does Number Bonds require any parent preparation?
No. Each session is self-explanatory: children see the content, hear the model and practise with instant feedback. Parents can simply sit alongside for encouragement — or enjoy the coffee while it lasts.