Parents who evaluated this software were amazed at the breadth of educational subject matter jammed into one title. Preteen students will find lessons and support learning on reading, writing, math, science and social studies. Thinking skills and conceptual learning are also a focus of the program The reading component does a marvelous job at progressively […]
Year after year, version after version, Inspiration stands alone as the premier thought organizing software on the market. Giving students a system by which they can organize ideas into manageable diagrams, outlines and concepts, Inspiration goes a long way in relieving some of the well documented stress that many students feel. You can create project
You have probably never heard gushing of the sort we heard when speaking to parents about their experience with Pixie 2. They were amazed at just how all-encompassing and multifaceted this software was. There are lesson plans that mimic the curriculum students are learning in school making it perfect for use in the home or
We have been reviewing Inspiration software for years now and still have never found a system that comes close to matching it remarkable ability to help students organize and communicate their ideas and concepts. The incorporation of web based tools that let students take notes and convert them into presentations really impressed our testers. No
The learning and thinking software that broke the mold and continues to lead the way when it comes to innovative visual realization on the computer continues to impress testers year after year. Whether they are building graphic organizers like concept maps, mind maps, idea maps, diagrams and expansive webs, the process is remarkable in just
Like it’s older brother, the multiple Seal award-winning Inspiration, Kidspiration develops thinking, literacy and numeracy skills for elementary aged children. Back again in the Seal winners circle with a new version, Kidspiration again builds on its core strengths, enhancing word recognition, vocabulary, comprehension and written expression. New skills like reasoning and problem solving are great
A wonderful new software title that is ideal for new readers, the Itzabitza program utilizes simple words which enhance and entice children to develop of love of reading. According to our testers the software builds confidence and allows for independent play and discovery. It was immediately apparent that the cute graphics appeal to the age
The most innovative, push-the-envelope, creative computer game on the market today. It is hard to capture the essence of this remarkable game in words, SPORE is an experience that is so unique that you really have to just give yourself over to the concept and see where it takes you. As testers young and old
This wonderfully entertaining computer game for pre-schoolers engaged and captivated our young testers with a perfect combination of story, colors and stimulating games. The characters, Didi and Ditto, are adorable and appealing. Kids wanted to play for hours and parents had a hard time saying no since they saw their children learning hand-eye coordination, numbers,
For today’s parents who recall some of the rudimentary computer games they played as children, the advance in interactivity and graphic sophistication never ceases to amaze. In the case of this title, our testers were floored. Being able to give their children the ability to explore a whole new virtual world and interact with different
