Elementary Advantage 2004

by Encore

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00008YGS8
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 25, 2003
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,129 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
  • #26 in Software > Children's Software > Social Studies

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Develop critical skills in 10 core subject areas: Covers Earth Science, Beginning Typing, Reading, Social Studies, Writing, Critical Thinking Basic Math, Fractions, Spelling, Beginning Spanish. Make learning fun and stimulating with engaging interactive tutors. The comprehensive set of tools in Elementary Advantage is guaranteed to help you succeed in school!

Earth Science: take an exciting 3D multimedia journey through our planet!

• Explore the origin and mysteries of the earth through 3D animations
• Retrieve easy-to-understand text and detailed illustrations
• Learn about the Earth’s geological, meteorological and climate processes
• Over 200 detailed illustrations

Beginning Typing: sharpen your typing skills quickly and easily.

• Learn to Touch Type through several practice tests
• Provides the right lesson based upon your skill level
• Increase your speed and accuracy

Reading: strengthen your reading comprehension and memory.

• Progressive levels of difficulty with definitions for advanced vocabulary
• Includes timed reading exercises
• Over 200 relevant reading selections
• A cool mystery storyline

Social Studies: travel around the world to view some of mankind’s greatest achievements.

• Learn the importance of historical structures such as the Great Wall of China
• Videos, timelines and direct Internet links provide material for school reports
• Bring world events to life with a multimedia presentation
• Gain cultural awareness

Writing: boost your creativity and imagination through writing.

• Contains a library of story ideas to help you get started
• Includes a wide range of clip art & sounds to add to your project
• Hear your stories read aloud in either English or Spanish
• Learn to write in 5 steps

Critical Thinking: challenge yourself to be more inventive while problem solving.

• Improve your critical thinking skills for school & personal development
• Play and solve 12 fun simulation games with real-life problem examples
• Unlock your creative potential with this powerful user-friendly program
• Great for the entire family

Basic Math: build essential math skills with fun, fast-paced arcade games.

• Covers 43 standards-based lessons on decimals, percents & more
• Apply your knowledge to real world problems
• Online sources are available for additional help
• Over 300 quiz questions

Fractions: become confident in understanding fractions with fireworks!

• Learn and practice adding, subtracting, multiplying and converting fractions
• Fractions are easier to learn with fun, animated activities
• Use on-screen fraction calculator
• Hundreds of practice questions

Spelling: master spelling secrets with entertaining games and puzzles!

• Develop word recognition, association & accuracy
• Practice with 5 levels of spelling bee action
• Customize vocabulary drills to include your spelling list
• 1,000+ challenging words

Beginning Spanish: create a solid foundation in the Spanish language to last a lifetime!

• Hear proper word pronunciations and construct simple sentences
• Basics such as telling time, numbers, days of the week & more
• Reinforce lessons with 40 fun games, activities, puzzles & songs
• Over 700 Spanish words & phrases

BONUS! JuniorNet Greatest Hits Vol. 1. JuniorNet is the ultimate online service just for kids! Safe and advertisement-free, JuniorNet challenges children to think, create and share with hundreds of interactive games, stories, and puzzles. Plus kid-friendly e-mail, a multimedia reference library, and a whole lot more! Play 10 of their most popular games on the bonus CD!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, October 28, 2003

By 

Raif Hollister "slugnut" (Richfield, MN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Elementary Advantage 2004 (CD-ROM)

My kids hate it. What more is there to say?

The software is kind of a hodge-podge of different lessons and programs, most of which are pretty dull and uninspiring for an interactive environment. There is no continuity at all from one disk to the next, either in content, presentation, or by learning style. The whole package looks dated and old. I've seen better programs available for free on the Internet.

This was an impulse purchase for me and I feel like I've wasted {$$$}. They say the product is guaranteed -- we'll see, as I plan on trying to get my money back.