Weekly Reader Preparing for Kindergarten 2008 Learning System - TODDLER, PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN - Preparing for Kindergarten covers all essential Kindergarten
subjects and skills with a unique learning system
Product Information
Developed by educational experts of Weekly Reader Publishing The Weekly
Reader prepares you with the kindergarten tools needed to help build a child's
cognitive skills and enthusiasm for learning. Includes English, French and
Spanish versions.
Learning should be positive enjoyable and inspirational. That is what
Weekly Reader Publishing has brought to the nation's classrooms for more than a
century. The Weekly Reader Magazines make learning fun and help teachers
meet standards with students in grades Pre-K to 12. These award-winning
periodicals cover social studies English/language arts science reading.
Now you can
enjoy the Weekly Reader Learning System on your computer.
Unique Advantages
See how The Learning System fits in with your unique educational
requirements.
- Learning System for Parents
By taking a look at your student's syllabus or working closely with their
teacher you can understand which subjects could be supplemented by the
Learning System. This is why parental participation is not only encouraged
but highly recommended. It is also recommended that you understand
which areas of their homework can be supplemented by noting which subjects
are being taught in their class. The product is not intended to replace
school curriculum but rather expand on it and act as an accessory tool to
building your child’s knowledge. Using the Learning System software
has been shown to not only improve grades but to also encourage independent
study habits. Narration, video and audio in all subjects will adapt to any
sort of learning style and actually complements learning disabilities by
providing those three options. Use Audio Books if your student learns best
through listening. Watch video presentations if your student learns best by
example or read through a title's chapters if your student learns best
through reading.
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Learning
System for Home Schoolers
The Learning System offers great
content to reinforce the curriculum used by home schoolers. The software
covers key topics at all grade levels to ensure that home-schooled children
get a complete and comprehensive education.
The benefits of a supplementary
tool as an accessory to home school curriculum are immense. For instance if
there is a subject that your child is experiencing difficulty in what
better way to reinforce their knowledge with complete video demonstrations,
comprehensive narrations and images to spark their imagination. Even if your child is not
experiencing any trouble with understanding their studies the benefits of
the Learning Systems are that they provide information centered on each
subject to provide a fuller understanding of what is being learned. Your
student may even learn something that they did not know before!
- Learning
System In the Classroom
The combination of video, audio and images all on one computer will create a
positive and independent environment. A student could access the materials
in private in a group setting or even in a class room setting; making this
software perfect for class projects as well. As confidence is built by
understanding good self-study habits will follow!
Key Benefits
Preparing for Kindergarten helps build learning skills by making education a fun
and engaging experience. Each subject is presented as a series of puzzles
that make children think recognize patterns and work through solutions.
Whether it's introducing children to math or reading - or building brain power
by pattern identification this software helps children develop the skills they
need to successfully prepare for kindergarten.
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Multilingual: Lessons can be given in English, Spanish or French.
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Captivating: Animated figures, descriptive audio and sound
effects make learning interesting and entertaining.
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Dynamic: Brightly colored graphics capture children's attention
and keep them engaged.
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Motivating: Different levels of difficulty provide a clear
learning path and keep children challenged and interested.
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Graphical: Menus feature graphical icons with pop-up descriptors
that children can quickly understand.
Skills Learned
Reading
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Ugly Duckling
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The Little Mermaid
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Goldilocks
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Three Little Pigs
Writing
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Letters
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Words
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Alphabetical order
Math
- Addition
- Subtraction
- Multiplication
- Division
- Calculations
- Equations
- Time Tables
Memory
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Sounds
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Pairs
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Step by step
Language
- Spelling
- Dictation
- Word search
Educational Feature
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Preparing for Kindergarten covers all the vital core subjects including
reading writing and math.
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It makes these subjects fun and engaging which helps support the naturally
positive attitudes that children have towards learning.
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When children work with Preparing for Kindergarten parental participation is
definitely required.
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As children prepare for formal education they need the encouragement support
and guidance that only parents can provide.
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Revolutionary multi-sensory technology: Teaches using audio, video,
interactive questions and dynamic graphics.
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Colorful graphical menus: Makes learning fun exciting and interactive.
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Printable work sheets: Prints out lessons and exercises to help grow motor
skills - and for auto trips airline flights and vacations.
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Multi-skill learning: Develops all cognitive areas including reading, math,
writing, creativity, observation and basic problem solving.
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Multi-language support: Lessons taught in English, Spanish or French.
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Parental participation essential: Designed to involve both parent and child.
Windows Requirements
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Windows 2000, XP or Vista
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CD-ROM drive
- Sound System
- Minimum resolution 1024 x 768
Macintosh Requirements
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Mac OS X
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CD-ROM drive
- No disk space required
- No installation required
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Sound System
- Minimum Resolution 1024 x 768
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