Simple Sums: A Number Game for Seniors
Number Games
Simple Sums is a number game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. Add and take away.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Simple Sums
- Tap Play now. Simple Sums opens right here in your web browser.
- Choose a level: Easy, Medium or Harder.
- Follow the line at the top of the screen. To begin, it says: “Pick the one you think is right.”
- Take your time. There is no clock and no rush.
- Want a fresh start? Tap Start over at any time.
Three levels
- Easy: Adding small numbers.
- Medium: Adding and taking away up to 50.
- Harder: Bigger numbers.
Why people enjoy it
People enjoy Simple Sums because the steps are clear and there is a good feeling when everything adds up. It is all about working with numbers, at a gentle pace. Each level adds a little more, so the game grows with you.
Questions
Is Simple Sums easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: Adding small numbers. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: Bigger numbers.
Can I play Simple Sums on a phone or tablet?
Yes. It works in the web browser on a phone, tablet or computer, with large text and big buttons. There is nothing to download.
What else is on ElderWit.com besides Simple Sums?
Simple Sums is one of 1,000+ games on ElderWit.com: word games, cards, trivia, puzzles, memory games and more, all with large print, calm screens and no ads.
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