Tag: technology
Crayola Magic Wardrobe
by admin on Feb.27, 2010, under News & reviews
Software aimed at girls is a hot market right now. Enter IBM’s Crayola Magic Wardrobe, a paper-doll “time-travel” software program which introduce girls to history through art and creativity. Problem is, Magic Wardrobe is targeted for girls 6 - 12 years old. (continue reading…)
Kid Pix Deluxe 3 is unbeatable when it comes to creativity software for kids and grown-ups (who are kids at heart)! This imaginative CD-ROM wins The Review Zone’s Best of 2001 in kids’ software, hands down! Without picking up a crayon or a brush, kids can dabble in crazy effects, hilarious sounds, innovative art tools, and fun-filled animation to create the best multimedia art in town! (continue reading…)
Tessellation Exploration
by admin on Feb.26, 2010, under Articles
Whether you teach geometry, technology, or art, Tessellation Exploration is a “must have” for Grades 4 and up!
Kevin Lee, an experienced math and computer science teacher and creator of award-winning math educational software, has a multimedia masterpiece on his hands! (continue reading…)
Arthur’s Computer Adventure
by admin on Feb.20, 2010, under Articles, News & reviews
Arthur’s Computer Adventure provides kids and parents with a realistic look into the temptations kids face nowadays with technology. Certainly the best Living Books adventure yet, this software combines Marc Brown’s wonderful story with a fun-filled interactive twist.
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Contour Design’s Contour Mouse
by admin on Feb.12, 2010, under News & reviews
The Contour Design mouse isn’t very pretty. In fact, it’s odd-looking and oversized. Sure, I got the typical comments from *other* users who spied the mouse on my desk. “Ooh, what is it?,” said one brilliant observer. “Are you sure it’s big enough?,” asked one male user. “It feels weird,” exclaimed my 12-year-old daughter. (continue reading…)
Motorola TalkAbout SLK Two-Way Radios
by admin on Feb.08, 2010, under Contact
Watching kids use Motorola’s new TalkAbout SLK Two-Way Radios reminded me of the fun I had years ago with Citizen-Band (CB) Radios! Not only can you communicate (clearly) with your best buds, you can eavesdrop on other conversations and join in. How totally cool!
Unlike the big and bulky CB radios of the past or the boring-looking rectangular black walkie-talkies common to most geeky neighborhood kids, the TalkAbout SLKs are in a league of their own. Although, it’s obvious times have changed. (continue reading…)