Arthur's Preschool

by The Learning Company

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 10 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004TYJB
• Item model number: 379654
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 26, 2000
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,179 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

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The crux of this two-CD set are the eight enjoyable logic, math and reading activities all set in Arthur's treehouse. Kids use logic skills as they build bridges across puddles for ladybugs. They test their powers of observation as they help Mr. Ratburn match progressively more complex features like puppet hats and heads to put on a puppet show. Children practice their counting skills while they pitch balls to Francine at batting practice and zero in on early reading skills as they dig for letters in the sand. The activities on this CD are a mixed bag, with some stronger than others, the main weaknesses revolving around poorly defined difficulty levels (for some activities) and relatively standard themes.

The bulk of the activities are solid, however, and the second CD adds depth to the package wtih printable activities and an unusually child-friendly card creator. The open-ended music activity is also a strong component, allowing kids to combine the sounds of a piano, clarinet, flute, or drum set to make their own tunes.

The program's best features include the automatically adjusting difficulty levels and the printable reward certificates that are decorated with dot-to-dot puzzles. Testers adored the personalization feature in which Arthur calls them by name throughout the program. Children and parents can easily check their progress at any time, viewing which activity was played and the level accomplished.

The activities are straightforward, responsive, and kid-oriented, with terrific design features that let children determine the pace and challenge- qualities that are perfectly suited for preschoolers.
Teaches: early math, early reading, shapes, letters, counting and music
Age Range: 3-5 Copyright © 2000 Children's Software Revue

Product Description

Trust Arthur to lead your child through a delightful learning world where building important skills is as easy and as much fun as playing a game. From the puppet show to the sandbox and beyond. Arthur's Preschool is the perfect combination of learning, fun and helpful features.

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars very pleased, November 12, 2000

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Hunt (Santa Cruz, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Arthur's Preschool (CD-ROM)

Finding out what my daughter was learning in school made me want to reinforce her learning at home. We choose Arthur because she really likes all the characters in their show. All the activities have three levels of difficulty and will also track the scores. The best part was after accomplishing a few games in each activity my child was awarded a dot to dot certificate, which is now her favorite. She found all the activies very fun and rewarding. She was also very excited when they wished her a happy birthday!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My 3 year old loves it, March 6, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Arthur's Preschool (CD-ROM)

I bought this for my three year old daughter, and she really loves it. It holds her attention, she learns but it's while doing fun things and it has repeat value. On MY end, my favorite part is each challenge automatically adjusts the level based on how well your child is doing. You don't have to go in and change it from, let's say, level one to 2. The levels are always listed on the top corner. You can also change it from there if you like by clicking on the level color. She is very good at using the mouse and understanding the computer, but it is very kid friendly. And the challenges aren't too hard where she gets frustrated, as, right now, in the Jumpstart series where you really need to have a better grip of the alphabet, etc. I definitely recommend it.