Hands-On Math I simulates the use of six manipulative devices: Number Bars, Number Tiles, Place Value Tokens, Geoboard and Tangrams. For each device a Playground provides the child with the opportunity to freely explore and discover important mathematical concepts, while the Exercises reinforce essential concepts.

Children learn number concepts, basic operations, fractions and many other math concepts by moving objects on the screen. Teachers can use the program to present mathematical ideas in a structured way by following the lessons suggested in the manual.