I Love Science

by Science

Product Features

• Science

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• ASIN: B00002SFKR
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,708 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)

Product Description

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When we saw this interactive science lab we hoped kids could do some scientific discovery without the muss and fuss. The problem is that the open-ended scientific thinking part of the program is missing. Three science labs, hosted by animal characters, contain over 30 activities each. In Al's Kitchen, for example, kids are introduced to chemistry concepts by reading scientific definitions and conducting experiments. Unfortunately, the text goes on and on and is written at a reading level too difficult for children at the lower end of the suggested age range. The experiments are disappointing, too. Free exploration is not possible and children can only experiment with the lab materials in a particular way. For example, kids test to see what will happen when materials like rice, salt and ground coffee are mixed with water and placed in a coffee filter, but they cannot include other ingredients found in the lab. After kids are done with their experiments they get a quiz that tests what they've learned. They can go back and visit any activity as often as they like, but each time they'll find the same experiments and the exact same five questions. Strengths of the program include easy navigation and clear directions. Experiments are plentiful (over 100 in all) and children can decide where and when they want to visit each of the labs. While testers enjoyed many of the experiments and liked earning the stars, they were disappointed that their rewards didn't culminate in a grand finale or some other end-goal. Although children found lots of science content, they tired of the repetitive activities. Overall, there's lots of interesting information presented, but as an interactive science lab the program misses its mark.
Teaches: biology, physics, matter
Age Range: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Copyright © 2000 Children's Software Revue

Product Description

A fully interactive science lab that teaches science in the most fun and effective manner possible: by letting young players discover the principles of science for themselves. Includes three friendly animated characters guide you through one hundred exciting experiments and science activities.

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