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Students read 'teletype' messages and conduct 'phone interviews' to find answers to Who, What, When, Where and Why questions. Once their stories are complete they select the best headline for the story. CD-ROM. Now part of One-Pick Pack (English only) or Language Pack (Spanish or French), which includes Ace Detective, Ace Explorer, Ace Inquirer, Ace Reporter, Easy Street, Race the Clock Language Arts, Word Hound, and some math titles.
Children can practice the alphabet, get an introduction to numbers from 1-10, practice parts of the body, and do other beginning-level vocabulary tasks. There is very little text as part of this program, so the teacher has to supply the vocabulary and give students tasks to perform. We use this with related lessons. (Pacheco)
Students explore and experience a story based on the original work of author Tomie dePaola. They can read the story, hear it read to them by the author, and explore the text and living illustrations. Integrated art activities let students create with the author. Also includes video clips as they explore Tomie dePaola's studio, hear him tell about his childhood experiences, and learn about his life as an author and illustrator. Requires CD-ROM drive. MECC titles are now sold by Learning Company.
An interactive, animated story about an elementary schooler (Arthur the Aardvark) surprising even himself with what he accomplishes. The program has excellent graphics, sound effects, dialogues, and lots of surprises to maintain student interest. Text can be heard in English and Spanish. Requires CD-ROM drive. Best used in K-6 and family literacy settings.
Elementary; explore words, rhyming, letters, and stories.
9-level series, each with 16-24 lessons. Major emphasis is on grammar and vocabulary development, with a variety of exercises that include voice recording and comparison with the model. Extensive record-keeping and management that prints out reports and certificates. Schools subscribe for a period of time and pass the costs on to students. The package includes books and a dongle (hardware key). Students can work at home in the book, then enter their answers on the computer to check them. The company offers on-site teacher training.
Students can use this to construct, organize, and describe data with a variety of graphs. It includes a library of over 150 icons, and will count numbers aloud as the graph is created. Information can be represented in Spanish or English. On CD-ROM.
Now part of Classworks, a comprehensive classroom management tool. This component is a reading comprehension program in Spanish and English that features immediate on-screen translation of stories into either language. It features 36 stories with colorful graphics. Includes audio capability for students to hear key words translated into either language.
Students see a sentence to complete at the top of the screen, and try to shoot a billiard ball at the pocket near the appropriate homonym. Correct choices make it into the pocket. The word lists can be customized. The English and ESL version includes two sets of disks, one in English and one in Spanish. In the Spanish version, vocal instructions are in Spanish and text is in English. Part of the Heartsoft Bestseller collection.
A thematic science curriculum on the Cell for K-6 classrooms in English and Spanish. Requires a CD-ROM drive. Students play the computer-based game ÒWhatÕs alive?,Ó learn about magnification (The program comes with a microscope and pre-stained slides.), learn about cells from the scientists who first developed microscopes and discovered cells (Anton can Leeuwenhoek and Robert Hooke), and design ÒnewÓ cells based on what theyÕve learned in the lessons.
Talking word processor which 'says' letters and words as they are typed. Includes a large-text word-processor and drill in identifying letters. Helpful for beginning readers, adults, and children. The Mac version works with a Unicorn Board and Adaptive Firmware Card or IntelliKeys. The MS-DOS version requires Digispeech 201A or later.
This simple ESL program developed by teachers focuses on clothing and accessory vocabulary. Students dress male and female characters through commands they give. Students see graphics and vocabulary words, and use both in activities. The program includes an online speaking glossary. Multiple program site licences available.
E-Blocks is an interactive learning table -a portable panel that connects to a computer. Children place blocks on touch-sensitive locations in response to stimuli and questions presented on the computer screen. The program includes pictures, music, animation, and games and is designed for young children.
Pronunciation in game format. Two CD-ROM set.
Builds reading and math readiness skills. Teaches counting, classification and labeling in English and Spanish. Can be customized for special needs. Now part of One-Pick Pack (English only) or Language Pack (Spanish or French), which includes Ace Detective, Ace Explorer, Ace Inquirer, Ace Reporter, Easy Street, Race the Clock Language Arts, Word Hound, and some math titles.
Earth science, biology, and history simulations designed for native speakers. CD-ROM. Individual titles range in price. All are listed separately on the Steck-Vaughan website, not listed as Edunetics.
Phonics, Time, Dinosaurs, African Wild Animal Adventures, Earth Care, Violent Earth readings. Designed for native speakers. CD-ROM. Individual titles range in price. All are listed separately on the Steck-Vaughan website, not listed as Edunetics.
DVD-based series of adventure stories, chants, songs, and texts that introduce children to the sounds of letters, letter combinations, and the creation of words from these sounds (phonics). Record and playback options, as well as record-keeping.
Six CD-set includes English For Kids (pronunciation). English Practice Combo (vocabulary, listening, grammar, spelling). My First Incredible Amazing Dictionary, and PDF-formatted Printing Workbook, Cursive Writing Workbook, and Creative Writing Workbook. Customized versions are available for speakers of French, Spanish, Korean, Japanese, German, Chinese, Hindi, Portuguese, and Russian. See a review at http://calico.org/CALICO_Review/review/engkids00.htm.
This CD-ROM has three modes: Learn, where children click on words or letters to hear them spoken; Watch, where children match words and objects then watch a movie incorporating target sounds; and Play, where students have five activities that focus on reading, spelling, painting, matching, and pattern recognition.
A set of 12 Heartsoft products, including Billiards 'n' Homonyms (vocabulary game), Bubblegum Machine (sight work with key words), Coin Changer (practice recognizing the value of coins and bills), Electric Math Chalkboard (uncover a picture by answering math questions correctly), Electric Coloring Book (keeps students within the lines), Great American States Race (social studies game about the US), Memory Master (concentration with letters and numbers), Reading Rodeo (literacy game), Sleuth Master (a mastermind game - guess the hidden 4-number code), Spinner's Choice (a version of Wheel of Fortune - guessing words or phrases in categories), Tommy the Time Turtle (practice in telling time), and Word Capture (wordsearch puzzles). The ESL version includes copies of each program in Spanish. Network/site license for $400 lets schools add copies as their needs grow.
Three programs, sold separately: JumpStart Kindergarten Grade Reading, JumpStart 1st Grade Reading, and JumpStart 2nd Grade Reading. Multimedia drill with game elements designed to promote literacy. Teacher editions include 2 copies of the software plus teacher materials.
Designed forr primary grades. Phonics activities focus on long vowel sounds, digraphs, and consonant clusters. Spelling includes practice with common roles and patterns of English spelling. Includes a Teacher Management Tool to track student achievement and progress on a single computer or on a server.
A series of six programs following a theme-based, integrated approach to ESL. Each program consists of three components--Story Reader, Story Thinker (comprehension questions and activities) and Word Time. The six programs in the series are: Me, Myself and I (new friends and parts of the body); Animal Antics (the world of animals); The Time Shop (seasons and time concepts); World of Numbers (grouping, counting and comparing sets of objects); School Days (people, places, activities and objects found in school); and Home, Sweet Home (things in and around the home). Requires CD-ROM drive. If using an IBM or compatible, this program requires an MPC-compliant machine and runs under Windows.
Contains the following content areas: Whole numbers, probability, geometry, measurement, fractions & decimals. Also available in Spanish. Titles sold separately.
An computer-based flash card system designed to teach English as a second language to children. Features several games for learning the vocabulary and the capability for students to listen to digitally recorded pronunciations of each word and also to record their own voices. If using an IBM or compatible, this program requires an MPC-compliant machine and runs under Windows.
Word-processor with speech capability (uses a speech synthesizer). Words are spoken as they appear on the screen. The computer stores a list of each user's words in a 'word bank.' Students can see or hear the words in the word bank in a window of the screen while doing additional word processing. Useful for Language Experience Approach activities. DOS version is on disks, while the Mac version is on CD-ROM.
A number of separate titles with Nikolai as the central character. Titles include Nikolai's Treats and Nikolai in Outer Space for ages 6+, and Nicolai's Pirates, Toys, Nights, Pharoahs, and Mysteries for ages 4+.
Comprehensive system that runs from a local server or over the Internet from the Compass Learning server. Includes extensive record-keeping and curriculum aligned with US government-required standardized testing (NCLB). The program includes a pre-reading progam and covers English structure and function, with opportunities for writing. Audio support is available in English and some languages.
Vocabulary presentation program organized around four thematic units: shopping, meals, appearances, and home. Display mode presents the target words together with a corresponding picture and digitized pronunciation one by one. In Matching mode the students match the word to the picture--testing what they've learned. Teachers can modify the order and content of lessons for each student. Has IntelliKeys overlays for students with limited manual dexterity. CD-ROM.
Now part of Classworks, a comprehensive classroom management tool. This component is an interactive reading program with 36 original stories written at 6 different reading levels. Each story includes comprehension questions and can be individualized to different students' needs. The program include a student management system to track student progress through the lessons. Multilingual audio capability so that students can hear a translation of the text in any of eight different languages.
The two CD-ROMs contain a total of 8 units, each of which cover a specific vocabulary area. Words and sentences are presented through games and activities at different levels. The series focuses on the target language in specific settings; The Guard House (numbers), The Home (family relationships), The Paint Factory (colors), The Tailor's Shop (clothing), The Gym (parts of the body), The School (classroom), The Grocery Store (food), and The Theater (feelings). QSteps provides exposure to authentic language in natural contexts by means of an intuitive user interface for young learners. CD-ROM. Can be purchased as part of QKids with QSurf for $740.
Students complete stories by writing their own phrases or choosing from prewritten selections. A newspaper can be a class project. Available on Mac and Windows disks or a Mac/Win CD-ROM.
The Reading Blaster series has three programs: Ages 4-6, Ages 6-9, and Ages 9-12. Multimedia drills and games build reading skills. CD-ROM. Teacher editions include 2 copies of the software plus teacher materials.
Multimedia drill with game elements. Teacher editions include 2 copies of the software plus teacher materials.
Literacy skills are the focus, with audio prompts. Icons show how to make letters, and graphics are used for letter associations. The rodeo motif comes in with the Cactus Kid, who lassos 104 cartoon graphics which begin with corresponding letters. The English and ESL version includes 2 sets of disks, 1 in English and 1 in Spanish. This title is included in Heartsoft Bestsellers.
Multimedia drill with game elements. Teacher editions include 2 copies of the software plus teacher materials.
Create animated storybooks. CD-ROM.
Now part of Classworks, a comprehensive classroom management tool. This component is an interactive reading program with 90 original stories written at 11 different reading levels. Each story includes comprehension questions and can be individualized to different students' needs. The program include a student management system to track student progress through the lessons. Multilingual audio capability so that students can hear a translation of the text in any of eight different languages.
Introduces young children to the English alphabet, counting, shapes, opposites and colors. Instructions for the six different activity options for each lesson objective can be in either English or Spanish. The lessons can be done either following computer prompts or in a more independent exploration mode. Available on disk or CD-ROM.
Teaches pre-reading and basic reading skills in both English and Spanish. Exercises include match the word, find the word, and build a sentence. Activities use colorful animation and digitized speech.
This is an extensive program that uses multi-cultural folktales as the basis for a whole language approach. The target audience is K-6, but older children and adults can also enjoy the stories. The CD-ROM has digitized speech and graphics that enhance the computer-based activities designed for classroom use and individualized study. Students can read as they listen to the folktales, work on vocabulary, and do writing tasks (with graphics from the story that they can color in, if they so desire). In addition, it has teacher-led activities using barcode-controlled videodiscs. Extensive teacher's manuals are provided. Installation is included with some network purchases. Price is approximately $6,000 - $12,000 depending upon the system configuration and the number of users.
A creative tool for kids to write and illustrate their own storybook. Students can choose from hundreds of images and scenery combinations, plus a variety of borders and type styles. They can also add sounds and music to their stories. Story Book Weaver Deluxe on CD offers more graphics and animation, spoken word narration, and both English and Spanish writing capabilities. The disk version is slightly less expensive. MECC titles are now sold by Learning Company School.
Specialized English course for Spanish speaking children based entirely on speech recognition. Offers progressive learning adventures based on age and proficiency level, including more than 1,000 activities, Karaoke and nearly 120 cartoons. Can be purchased for ages 4-7. 7-9. and 9-12 separately or as a bundle with all three. Windows 95/98/NT/2000. CD-ROM.
This 18-disk CD-ROM program supports the Prentice Hall Regents ESL program for Grades 1-6. Each of the disks links directly to and is fully integrated with a Student Theme Book and provides a variety of interactive activities (using animation, sound, and graphics). Activities include Screen Play: manipulating objects on the screen; Match Game: matching words and phrases; Story Reader: listening and reading; Story Maker: manipulating visuals and text to create a story; Draw and Share: drawing and coloring pictures; Puzzle: jumbled ideas and sentences; Story Completer: choosing words or pictures to complete a passage; Text Analyzer: highlighting portions of text onscreen; Comic-Strip Maker: writing and recording dialogue and creating captions to make a story; and Writing: a word-processor with pre-writing. Theme Connections 1 is oriented toward K-3; others toward 3-6.
Thinking Thinks develops problem solving skills for small children but is also quite useful all the way to adults for oral language development in discussing attributes: color; striped; polka-dotted; plain; curly hair; glasses. Visit the Fripple Shop and Feathered Friends, especially.
Practice in telling time. ESL version includes a set of disks in Spanish, where vocal instructions and all text are in Spanish, as well as a set of disks in English. This is also sold as part of the Heartsoft Bestseller package.
CD-ROM-based spelling program for young learners. Full year of instruction on each CD, with 14 activities and 3 games for each of 60 word lists. Learners can create their own stories and create their own storybook with the words. Extensive classroom management.
Colorful and interactive storybook. Students can hear the story read in both English and Spanish. Each page is filled with surprises to entertain and motivate new readers. Requires a CD-ROM drive. If this program is used on an IBM or compatible, it requires an MPC-compliant machine.
This is not ESL stuff, but most of it can be easily demonstrated by the teacher, and kids catch on real quick. Includes seven educational games. Students explore the on-screen hideaway, learning about music, animals, mathematics, sentence structure, money & place value. Requires CD-ROM drive.
Children learn reading, writing, speaking and listening skills with this set of materials, including books, other print material, and CD-ROMs. Titles include Pizza, Kites, Raindrops, What Lila Loves, The Ball Game, The Tree House, What's Inside, and several others.
Multimedia, thematically-organized vocabulary for native speakers. Very easy to use. Only available outside the US through a Prentice Hall Regents international distributor. CD-ROM.
CD-ROM based writing activities in both Spanish and English versions. Topics include English for You; My First Sentences; Class Journals; Chant, Chant, Chant; Poetry for Young Poets; The Me Disk I, Sentence Writing I, Sentence Combining with Aesop; Sentences to Paragraphs I.
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