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Another maths educational program, I groan as I open the box. This one is certainly glossier than most and has better instructions than most too.

But what of the program? Does it do anything which we could not do otherwise or does it improve vastly on the presentation of something we have done for years? The short answer to both these questions is a blunt no.

Based on a game of numerical noughts and crosses, the games are meant to encourage addition and subtraction. You are given two numbers and can either place them on the board as they are or combine or decompose them to make other numbers still vacant. The overall aim is to win five games.

There is also a game of magic squares where both skills are used. The final option is a 'Self Test' where you answer ten questions against the clock.

If you feel that your child needs practice in mental arithmetic then this program may be for you.

D.C.