7 apps to avoid the summer slide

Kids can actually grasp the basics of algebra before reaching middle school. Who knew? Described as a learning tool that "secretly teaches algebra,” this app includes intuitive games that require kids to isolate a DragonBox block on one side of the board just as a young mathematician would separate X on one side of an equation. Ages 5 to 8. $8, googleplay.com. $7, itunes.ca