About Story Mode

Free narrative math stories for ages 4-8. Characters like Mia, Leo, and Sam introduce math concepts through picture-book adventures — no reading required. Ontario and Common Core aligned.

How to use

  1. Choose a story from the list — your skill level helps pick the right one.
  2. Listen as the narrator tells the story. Words light up as they are read.
  3. When a character needs help, answer the picture question that pops up.
  4. Tap the speaker icon on any line to hear it again.
  5. Tap the skip arrow to jump past the narration if you already know the story.
  6. Finish the story to see the celebration screen — then choose another story or go practice!

Frequently asked questions

Does my child need to read to do Story Mode?
No — every word is narrated aloud and all questions can be answered from pictures. Perfect for ages 4 and up, including pre-readers.
What if they get a question wrong?
No penalty. The character says something warm, a hint appears, and they get one more try. Story always continues.
How long does a story take?
4-7 minutes each. Short enough for young attention spans. No forced stopping point.
Is there a score or grade?
No score visible anywhere. Only a 'you helped the character!' completion message.

Part of ToolFluency’s library of free online tools for Kids. No account needed, no data leaves your device.