Algebra puzzles for ages 8 to 14

Learn algebra by keeping the scales in balance.

Wizard's Magic Scales is a puzzle game for ages 8 to 14. Cast spells on both sides of an equation, keep the seesaw level, and find what x is hiding.

No account needed for the free trial.

The puzzle screen: x + 4 on the left pan and 9 on the right, with the Subtract spell selected.

How it works

  1. 1

    See the equation

    Every puzzle puts an equation on a seesaw, one side on each pan.

    x + 4 = 9

  2. 2

    Cast a spell on both sides

    Add, subtract, multiply or divide. Whatever you do to one side happens to the other.

    + Add− Subtract× Multiply÷ Divide
  3. 3

    Find x

    Get x on its own and the scales balance. Solve it in the fewest moves to earn three stars.

Seven worlds, one idea at a time

Seven worlds, each teaching one idea and building on the last.

Aligned to the KS3 mathematics programme of study
  1. Enchanted ForestAdding and subtracting to find xFree
  2. Ice KeepMultiplying and dividing to find x
  3. Volcano ForgeTwo-step equations
  4. Crystal CavernsEquations with brackets
  5. Shadow SpireSquares and square roots
  6. Mirror Marshx on both sides
  7. Sky ObservatoryRearranging formulas
See the curriculum alignment

For teachers

Using this in your classroom?

Seven worlds take pupils from one-step equations to rearranging formulas. School licences from £30 a year. Invoice and BACS accepted.

  • Pupils sign in with a school email
  • All seven worlds open automatically
  • No advertising, no chat
For schools

One payment. No surprises.

For your family

£3.99one-time payment

All 7 worlds, 35 puzzles and Infinite Spellcast. No subscription, no further purchases.

For your school

from£30a year, per school

Every pupil with a school email gets the full game. Up to 30, 60 or 120 students.

See school prices

Play Enchanted Forest free. No account needed.

Built for every player

  • Easier readingThree text sizes and a dyslexia-friendly font
  • Colour modesHigh-contrast and colour-vision modes
  • Keyboard and screen readersWorks with a keyboard and with screen readers
  • Calm by designReduced motion, and no sound to rely on
Read the accessibility statement