Weekly Reader Learning System Mastering Elementary School 2008

by Innovative Knowledge

Product Features

• Improves grades and increases standardized test scores
• Helps with homework
• Prepares students for Middle School
• Tests and assessment tools to track progress
• iPod and iPod nano enabled for portable learning on the go!

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000S5Y3IC
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 18, 2007
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,368 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)

Product Description

Developed by educational experts, Weekly Reader Learning System Mastering Elementary School provides a complete and proven system for accelerated learning. All core elementary school subjects are covered with 88 of the best educational titles available for your child's learning. Lessons are taught using revolutionary multi-sensory technology that includes interactive questions, cutting edge graphics, video, audio, activities, games, audio books, integrated tests, and top-ranking reference materials. It is fully integrated enabling fast, easy access to lessons through just one menu. Exams to monitor progress can be printed or taken directly on the computer. The progress report tracks individual student proficiency and provides parents a valuable tool to instantly see exactly where their child is doing well or needs extra work. This software is now iPod and iPod nano enabled for learning on the go! Subjects include math, U.S. history, world history, geography, English, and the sciences. Grades 1-5.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars It prepares students to be bored. Very disappointed, November 20, 2008

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H. Sapiens "Amanda" (SF Bay Area, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Weekly Reader Learning System Mastering Elementary School 2008 (CD-ROM)

I was attracted to the ability to transfer content to an ipod. However, overall this software is very disappointing.

1st - it is confusing. It essentially runs off the disc. Upon launch, you are brought to a content tree, where you pick which topic you wish to cover. This opens another window. The reading lessons are EXTREMELY dated and really awful. However, they are essentially one long story, so you cannot pick up in the middle. The ridiculous part of it is that it essentially shows pictures, text, and READS to your child. So... mine just sits there - not reading. I don't exactly get the point.

I would recommend Scholastic Workbooks over these and a fun software. I wish more was available for Mac users, but skip this. It is not worth it at any price.