Tapping along to animated number songs works on a phone, but Meet the Numberblocks truly shines when you shift to a full-sized monitor where young learners can see each Numberblock clearly and tap with less cramping. The free educational app from Blue Zoo introduces children to the Numberblocks characters, each representing a specific number with its own set of Numberblobs to count. Kids tap each Numberblob in sequence, and once all are counted, an animated song plays. Tapping a Numberblock also triggers catchphrases and shape-shifting animations that reinforce number recognition.
Meet the Numberblocks on PC transforms a small-screen counting activity into a more relaxed learning experience. The bigger window makes it easier for young children to see and target each Numberblob without squinting or repeatedly missing their tap. Keyboard input and mouse control also change how a child interacts with the app over longer play periods: no finger fatigue, and caregivers can guide a mouse pointer if needed during joint play sessions.
How Counting Unfolds in Each Character
The core loop of the app centers on counting practice with individual Numberblocks. Each character arrives on screen with a specific number of Numberblobs, and the child's job is to tap each one. The app walks through the sequence:
- A Numberblock appears with its corresponding Numberblobs scattered or arranged on screen
- Child taps each Numberblob in turn
- Once all are tapped, the app confirms the count is complete
- A Numberblock song plays, reinforcing the number and the character's personality
- Tapping the Numberblock itself reveals voice clips and transforms its shape
- New Numberblocks sync with TV airings, so the app grows as the show releases new episodes
Building Number Recognition Practice
The app supports number recognition practice by pairing visual characters with their numeric values. Each Numberblock has a distinct design tied to its number, and repeating the tap-count-song cycle helps cement that connection. There are no in-app purchases or forced ads, so children encounter a clean, distraction-free environment focused entirely on counting.
Desktop Play and Longer Sessions
Running Meet the Numberblocks on a PC desktop opens up extended learning periods that feel less rushed than phone play. A stationary setup at a desk or table means a child can sit comfortably for multiple counting rounds without the physical constraints of holding a device. The mouse or trackpad also provides a more stable way to tap targets compared to touch on a smaller screen, reducing frustration when aiming for individual Numberblobs. Parents can sit alongside and interact more easily when the app is displayed on a wider display or laptop screen.
Content Growth and Updates
The app currently includes Numberblocks 1 to 20, with additional characters added as they air on television. Users have requested a 1 to 100 number counting game scope, but the current roster focuses on the foundational range. Updates to the app typically enhance the character visuals and voice clips rather than expand the number range immediately. Meet the Numberblocks remains a free download with no paywalls or removable ads.
Download Meet the Numberblocks
How to Install Meet the Numberblocks for PC
- Download BlueStacks. Go to bluestacks.com and download the installer. BlueStacks 5 runs on Windows 7 or later; Mac users get BlueStacks Air.
- Install and launch. Run the installer and follow the prompts. Initial setup takes a few minutes as the Android environment initializes.
- Sign in to Google Play. Open the Play Store from the BlueStacks home screen and sign in with a Google account.
- Install Meet the Numberblocks. Search for Meet the Numberblocks in the Play Store, click Install, then launch Meet the Numberblocks from the BlueStacks home screen.
FAQ
What happens when I tap a Numberblock?
Tapping a Numberblock triggers one of its catchphrase voice lines and causes the character to change shape. The primary interaction, though, is tapping the individual Numberblobs that make up each character to practice counting.
Does Meet the Numberblocks have ads or in-app purchases?
No. The app is entirely free with no ads and no in-app purchases. This keeps the experience clean and focused on learning for young children.
Will more Numberblocks be added in the future?
Yes. The app syncs new Numberblocks characters with TV airings, so as the show releases episodes featuring higher numbers, those characters are added to the app.
Can I play this on my computer?
Yes. Meet the Numberblocks for PC Windows runs on desktop and laptop machines. A desktop display makes counting and character interactions clearer for young learners compared to phone play.
Is there a difference between the phone and PC versions?
The core counting and song features are identical, but the PC version benefits from a full-sized monitor and keyboard or mouse control, which many families find easier for sustained play and co-learning sessions.
