Covers 3 years of middle school math. Let Super Tutor's fun, full-color animations guide you step-by-step through middle school math. This CD-ROM set covers all major topics found in standard 6th, 7th, 8th grade math textbooks. These lessons go beyond numbers and letters to show how math works in the real world! Reinforce your knowledge - strengthen your understanding of math by practicing real world problems. Learn step by step - master math skills with animated visual and concise audio instructions. Build your confidence - self paced learning, stress free quizzes and interactive lessons build your confidence. Check your progress report - watch your quiz socres and math skills improve chapter by chapter. Check you score & review - select and review problems from quiz you just took; correct answers are given alongside your original response. 6th grade lessons: Numbers; factor trees, GCF & LCM; comparing fractions; operations with fractions; comparing decimals; operations with decimals; decimals, fractions & percents; perimeter & area; the metric system; statistics; probability. 7th grade lessons: integers; absolute values; negative fractions; ratios & proportions; exponents; scientific notation; probability; introduction to algebra; solving equations; graphing to linear equations. 8th grade lessons: sequences & series; polynomials; square roots; geometry; polygons; pythagorean theorem; trigonometry.

As the foundations of knowledge increased in 15th century Europe, there arose a breed of men who were far from content to stay within the confines of their known world. Whether motivated by the desire for lasting fame and fortune, or perhaps to understand what lay beyond the western rim of the Atlantic, they pursued careers in the most exciting and dangerous profession of their day. They became explorers! Now you can follow in the footsteps of three of history's most acclaimed travelers: Columbus, Magellan, and Cortes–as they seek their destinies in the New World. Your journey does not end with Columbus, Magellan, and Cortes, for there is a complete multimedia database of 60 additional explorers who roamed the ancient seas between 1450-1600.

Eureka! is a series of humorous, and information-packed programs that bring "boring" physics concepts to vibrant, vigorous life. Each program takes a simple and direct approach to the subject matter; while the basic concepts are explained in a voice-over, cartoon characters and a variety of animated objects demonstrate the principles on the screen. Constant review and reinforcement make the message clear; as a result, the study of physics becomes easier and accessible - even to viewers without a solid background in the subject.

Become a History Explorer is an excellent CD-ROM in this series, which will turn any child into a budding historian. It's aimed at children aged 6-10 years old and encourages them to find out about eight exciting periods in history, through games, quizzes and information screens.

Mathematics from Compton's Learning is the premiere educational resource from succeeding in math. No other math program is as effective, easier to understand, or faster to learn from. This innovative learning tool will simplify complex math concepts and teach you the fundamental rules, definitions, and reasoning to mathematics. Mathematics from Compton's Learning covers a complete high school math curriculum with engaging, step-by-step lessons and challenging practice problems designed by math educators to build your competency and confidence. With powerful and easy-to-use features, you will see immediate improvements in your math skills. Gain the advantage you need to excel in the classroom and succeed in the real world.

Age 5-10 drawing on important pictures from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, My Oxford Picture Box will entertain young children as it develops perceptual skills and artistic judgement. Containing 101 paintings and 7 activities, the CD-ROM is a fun-packed introduction to the world of art. Interactive picture games such as What's missing, Words and Pictures, and an art quiz encourage children to look closely at the pictures, ask questions, and discuss what they see. Each game develops powers of observation whilst increasing children's knowledge of and familiarity with the paintings. All the paintings on the CD-ROM have been specially chosen to appeal to children offering them a great deal to look at and talk about. With artists as diverse as Rubens, Renoir, and Warhol, the pictures are as varied as possible, offering children enormous opportunities to increase visual awareness.

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* Exploring Geography, Usa attractions, Word landmarks, Canada, USA States, Usa Capitals, Middle and south america, Europe, Africa, Asia, World Greetings, Flags, Currencies
* Traveling History's Highways, First Americans, Armaments on land, Great Inventions, Armaments at Sea, Great Leaders, Armor, Artists, Civilizations, Writers, Who wore It. Disasters, Decades in Review, Presidents, WW11, Who said that
* Investigating Science Wonders, Solar System Trees Flowers, Skeleton, Bee, Inventions, Extremes, Rocks and Minerals , Weather, Insect Defenses, History of Aircraft, Space, Dinosaur, Volcano, Animal classes, etc.

Buzz Lightyear and friends turn Andy's bedroom into an interactive classroom for 1st Graders. Disney's active learning games and activities promote creative thinking and problem solving skills, build self-confidence and teach over 40 developmental skills.

Widget Workshop is a neat computerized "science kit" that lets kids devise gadgets, perform experiments, and design puzzles by using various parts. Like most other Maxis "toys," Widget Workshop is more of a sandbox simulation than a game: kids can combine various parts - such as timers, switches, logic and electrical components - and then just observe what happens. This way, kids are encouraged to experiment and be creative, but at the same time the wide range of widgets and possibility means they will likely seek your help to extract the program's full potential.

Features four activities that will help children master spelling using word recall and differentiation techniques. Plus, it helps enhance a child's vocabulary and language development skills.
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* The Animated Spelling Bee that Builds Spelling Skills and Word Power. [Ages 7 - 12]
* Spell your way to the national spelling bee at the White House
* Interactive activities help master spelling using word recall, recognition and differentiation
* Builds fundamental spelling skills. Enhances vocabulary and language development.
* Five levels of spelling-bee action [Windows 95/98, Mac OS 7/8/9]

Animal lovers are in business when they set up shop with their favourite furry and feathered friends. There is a lot to do: the pets need washing, grooming, feeding and maybe even a trip to the vet. Then it's feet up and time to join in the sing-a-long!