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Allen, Denise | 5 |
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Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Reviews and provides contact and price information for four software packages designed to help children learn math and science. Packages reviewed are Newton's Apple Multimedia Collection--Physical Sciences; Windows on Math; Tabletop, Jr.; and Brainchild. (JW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1995
Recommends software to help teachers plan curriculum in the areas of comprehensive language arts ("Cornerstone"); writing and information ("Keroppi Day Hopper"); creative writing and imagination ("Imagination Express"); reading ("Jo-Jo's Reading Circus"); math ("Careers in Math: From Architects to Astronauts") and nature ("Eyewitness"). Provides…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1994
Reviews five computer programs and compact disc-read only memory (CD-ROM) products designed to improve students' reading and problem-solving skills: (1) "Reading Realities" (Teacher Support Software); (2) "Kid Rhymes" (Creative Pursuits); (3) "First-Start Biographies" (Troll Associates); (4) "My Silly CD of ABCs" (Discis Classroom Editions); and…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Reviews three geography and history CD-ROMs: "GeoSafari Platinum Edition," a multimedia game on history, geography, and science; "Destination: Time Trip USA," which allows students to create an interactive electronic book while exploring a fictional town; and "SkyTrip America," with which students fly across America, reviewing maps, time lines,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Reviews two software packages: "Teacher's Toolbox," a classroom management package that includes student database construction, seat assignment, and grade recording; "PrintPaks," a package of four multimedia craft kits for students. Also reviews "Prevent Violence with Groark," a set of five videos addressing anger…
Descriptors: Anger, Bias, Bullying, Classroom Design