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Tool Factory Inc.

3336 Sunderland Hill Rd.
Sunderland, Vermont 05250
United States
Telephone: 800-220-8386 or 802-375-6549.
Fax: 802-375-6860.
Web: http://www.toolfactory.com.
Email: orders@toolfactory.com.

Products manufactured by Tool Factory Inc. (listed alphabetically)

  1. ALPHABET TRACK Picture of ALPHABET TRACK

    Alphabet Track is a pre-reading tutorial program designed for use by children with learning, vision, or cognitive disabilities. Students move through eight activities at their own pace. All the activities are switch-accessible and fully configurable to meet each student's individual needs. For example, students may decide to replace the program's built-in audio with their own voice reciting the alphabet and pronouncing each letter. The alphabet arc format used in each activity serves as a visual prompt to help students become more confident with their alphabetic knowledge. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers or Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: For IBM compatible computers, Windows 95 or higher operating system with 32 megabytes (MB) RAM and a sound card. For Apple Macintosh computers, this product is MS OSX compatible.

  2. EYE TRACK Picture of EYE TRACK

    Eye Track is a perceptual training program designed for use by individuals with visual perception disabilities, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or attention deficit disorders. Each activity has five levels of difficulty, which are set via teacher controls. Motivational reward sequences encourage the user to persevere with the increasingly complex activities. Printable records show details of activities completed. The four main activities cover all areas of visual perception. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers or Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM and compatible computers require Windows 95 or higher operating system with 32 megabytes (MB) RAM and a sound card. Apple Macintosh computers require Mac OSX.

  3. SPELL TRACK Picture of SPELL TRACK

    Spell Track is a spelling tutorial program designed for use by individuals with learning, vision, or cognitive disabilities. It provides spelling practice with multi-sensory activities targeted toward learners ranging from the pre-school child to adult with dyslexia. Learners work at their own pace on essential literacy skills such as phonemic awareness, left-to-right tracking, word recognition, sequencing, segmenting, blending, and proofreading. Teachers can add word lists and write sentences tailored for each learner, enabling the program to be used for mainstream, inclusion, and special education settings. Special features includeFull record-keeping capability, a comprehensive workbook to reinforce learning away from the computer, teacher options to set background and text colorsand set difficulty level. This program is switch compatibile. The program also offers a "Test Yourself" feature that gives immediate feedback on progress. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers or Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM compatible computers require Windows 95 or higher operating system with 133 megaHertz (MHz) processor, 32 megabytes (MB) RAM and a sound card. Macintosh computers require OS X.

  4. SPELL TRACK WORKBOOK Picture of SPELL TRACK WORKBOOK

    The Spell Track Workbook 2 is a spelling tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. It is a hands-on supplement to the CD program, "Spell Track" (see separate entry). This workbook is designed to consolidate phonic skills and early spelling strategies and improve visual recognition and matching and selecting. It is also intended to advance graphic knowledge and phoneme/graphic association. By circling (tracking) each letter in one continuous movement while saying the letter name, the learner uses visual and kinesthetic senses while learning the phonic components of the words. Writing out the spelling from memory, saying the letter names or mnemonic as the learner does so provides reinforcement of correct letter formation.

  5. SUPER SPELL GRAMMAR 1 Picture of SUPER SPELL GRAMMAR 1

    SuperSpell: Grammar 1 is a spelling tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This collection of activities is a sequel to "Super Spell at the Beach." Users accumulate points as they complete structured grammar activities such as navigating scrambling beach crabs or avoiding cruising sharks, and dangerous jellyfish. These activities improve usage of nouns and verbs. The more points earned, the more reward games can be played. This product covers the following parts of language: Nouns, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, verbs, prepositions, articles, conjunctions, punctuation, phrases, clauses, and sentences. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers or Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM compatible computers require Windows 95 or higher operating system and 64 megabytes (MB) RAM. Apple Macintosh computers require Mac OS 7.6.1 or higher with a 100 megaHertz (MHz) processor and 64 MB RAM.

  6. SUPER SPELL GRAMMAR 2 Picture of SUPER SPELL GRAMMAR 2

    SuperSpell: Grammar 2 is a vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This collection of activities is a sequel to "Super Spell Grammar 2" and covers the following topics: parts of speech, punctuation, sentence structure, and grammar usage. Users click and drag or type to complete activities where they work on grammar skills such as forming adverbs, subject/verb agreement, compound sentences, quotation marks, etc. Every screen includes an "Explanation" button that provides a quick text and spoken lesson including examples relevant to the chosen activity, and a "Check" button for immediate feedback. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers or Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM compatible computers require Windows 95 or higher operating system and 64 megabytes (MB) RAM. Apple Macintosh computers require Mac OS 7.6.1 or higher with 100 megaHertz (MHz) processor and 64 (MB) RAM.

  7. TOOL FACTORY PAINTER Picture of TOOL FACTORY PAINTER

    Tool Factory Painter is a drawing and graphics program designed for use by children with learning and cognitive disabilities. The program offers a wide range of colors; special effects such as wash, tint, swirl, and ripple; full control of pen and brush size, shape, and density; adjustable shapes, including rectangle, circle, parallelogram, polygons, and stars; the ability to select regular and irregular areas and a crop-to function; symmetry, color cycling, tiling grid, transparency, and clone; and a stamping feature that allows clip art and photographs to be stamped on the page. Hundreds of searchable photographs and stamps are included and users can import their own photographs. This program supports a wide variety of file formats, making it compatible with digital cameras or scanners. The program offers voice reading of text. Tool Factory Administrator is included. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on IBM and compatible computers and Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a Pentium or better processor; CD-ROM drive; Windows 95, 98, 2000, or XP; 16-bit 800 x 600 color graphics; and 32 megabytes (MB) RAM. The Macintosh version requires Power PC, Operating System 8.0, CD-ROM drive, 800 x 600 color monitor, and 24 MB RAM.

  8. TOOL FACTORY SPREADSHEET Picture of TOOL FACTORY SPREADSHEET

    The Tool Factory Word Spreadsheet is a voice output spreadsheet program designed for use by children with learning, vision, and cognitive disabilities.The program offers full multimedia support, permitting drag-and-drop entry of photographs, drawings, video, and audio that stay where they are placed. Text and graphics can be rotated simply by dragging. A large searchable library of clip art is included. The built-in voice engine speaks text as it is typed. This program enables teachers to generate step-by-step instructions for each worksheet to guide students through the learning process. Teachers can create up to 15 questions on a single spreadsheet, through which the program can check student work and instantly provide pre-selected feedback. Compatible with Excel, for conventional charting and graphing, the program enables the user to highlight the data to be graphed and click the graphing icon to create a graph. Number folrmats include decimals, percentages, currency, and date and time. Other features include sum and average; copy, paste, and sort; and an easy worksheet creation feature. The program is configurable for a range of ages and learning abiliities. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on IBM and compatible computers and Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a Pentium or better processor, CD-ROM drive, Windows 95, 98, 2000, or XP; 16-bit 800 x 600 color graphics; and 32 megabytes (MB) RAM. The Macintosh version requires Power PC, Operating System 8.0, CD-ROM drive, 800 x 600 color monitor, and 24 MB RAM.

  9. TOOL FACTORY WORD PROCESSOR Picture of TOOL FACTORY WORD PROCESSOR

    The Tool Factory Word Processor is a voice output word processor program designed for use by children with learning, vision, and cognitive disabilities. The program offers full multimedia support, permitting drag-and-drop entry of photographs, drawings, video, and audio that stay where they are placed. Text and graphics can be rotated simply by dragging. A large library of clip art is included. The built-in voice engine speaks text as it is typed and the built-in spell checker provides speech feedback as well as visual cues. This program supports most common file formats, making it compatible with digital cameras and scanners. Drawing tools include rectangles, ellipses, straight lines, and freehand. An E-mail link permits documents and snapshots to be sent to an outbox. Files can be saved as web pages in hyper text mark-up language (HTML) and viewed through any browser. The program also includes a library of lesson plans, student activities, teacher resources, plus a copy of Tool Factory Administrator. The program is configurable for a range of ages and learning abilities. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on IBM and compatible computers and Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a Pentium or better processor; CD-ROM drive; Windows 95, 98, 2000, or XP; 16-bit 800 x 600 color graphics; and 32 megabytes (MB) RAM. The Macintosh version requires Power PC, Operating System 8.0, CD-ROM drive, 800 x 600 color monitor, and 24 MB RAM.

  10. TOOL FACTORY WORKSHOP Picture of TOOL FACTORY WORKSHOP

    The Tool Factory Word Workshop is a voice output database, word processor program, and spreadsheet program, along with a drawing program designed for use by children with learning, vision, and cognitive disabilities.The program includes the Tool Factory Word Processor, the Tool Factory Spreadsheet, and the Tool Factory Painter (see separate entries), as well as the Tool Factory Database, Tool Factory Administrator, the Tool Factory Bank Manager, and an E-mailer. The suite uses a consistent interface, making it easier to switch from one application to another. The program is also configurable for a range of ages and learning abiliities, from elementary through adult. The CD-ROM also includes an array of pre-built lesson plans, student activities, and worksheets. Files can be stored on a computer network for use in a computer lab. The database features voice reading of text and can incorporate pictures, video, and sound. The Bank Manager enables searchable banks of clip art to be archived, edited, customized, and created. Clip art taken from the Internet can also be managed. Tool Factory Administrator ties all of the individual programs together and enables configuration for individual users or for an entire class. This program allows passwords to be created, control of program access, choice of icon size, and addition or removal of menu items. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on IBM and compatible computers and Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a Pentium or better processor, CD-ROM drive, Windows 95, 98, 2000, or XP; 16-bit 800 x 600 color graphics; and 32 megabytes (MB) RAM. The Macintosh version requires Power PC, Operating System 8.0, CD-ROM drive, 800 x 600 color monitor, and 24 MB RAM.

  11. TOUCH IT SERIES Picture of TOUCH IT SERIES

    The Touch it Series is a cognitive skills tutorial program designed for use by students with cognitive or learning disabilities. Users develop hand-eye coordination skills by touching objects to eliminate them as they travel across the screen. Using the mouse, touch monitor, or an interactive whiteboard, students target and explode the objects. The speed, size, and color of every object can be controlled by the teacher or therapist who may adjust the pointer size, number of objects, and designate random selection. The program has color choices to allow the design of activities for development of visual and tracking skills. Scoring and timing are set for individual or group play. This five-CD series includes animals, clothes, everyday objects, transport, and food. It develops targeting skills, gross motor control, anticipation skills, visual stimulation skills, and understanding of cause and effect. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers or Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM compatible computers require Windows 98 or higher operating system with 200 megaHertz (MHz) processor, 64 megabytes (MB) RAM and 24-bit color. Apple Macintosh computers require the Mac OSX operating system.

Products distributed by Tool Factory Inc. (listed alphabetically)

  1. 123 CD Picture of 123 CD

    123 CD is a math skills tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program features Wizit the Wizard who dances, cheers, and gives the thumbs up sign as children successfully participate in interactive games. Eleven different activities present numbers from zero through ten. Numbers are counted out loud and all directions are clearly narrated. Activities are designed to help children develop essential skills in the areas of number names, ordering numbers, matching sets, determining more or less, and counting sets. Animation and catchy rhymes enliven the activities in Number Workshop and Number Fun, the two main sections of the program. The program aslo offers full speech support and enables teachers to individualize lessons for specific students by targeting specific numbers. Worksheets and a full-color wall poster are included. COMPATIBILITY: The PC Macintosh hybrid CD-ROM has versions for use on IBM and compatible or Mactintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a 486/66 or faster processor, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, SVGA graphics, and Windows 3.1 or higher. The Macintosh version requires a Macintosh LC475, 8 MB RAM, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, and a 640 x 480, 256-color monitor .

  2. ALL ABOUT MATERIALS Picture of ALL ABOUT MATERIALS

    All About Materials is a language and science tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. To rescue the king in the weird and wobbly land of the Green Jelly, children must know the nature of materials from metal to fabric. Sorting and matching activities, simulations of objects floating and sinking, and experiments with magnetism are some of the ways users interact with the program. Special features include a notepad with talking word banks, narrated text, photographs, slide shows, Venn diagrams, and a weblink. Children use listening skills and powers of deduction as they test their new knowledge of materials in the Green Jelly branching story. Success is rewarded with an invitation to the Jelly Wobbles' party. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM includes versions for IBM and compatible and Macintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version required a 75 megaHertz (mHz) processor, Windows 3.1 or higher, 16 megabytes (MB) RAM, a CD-ROM drive, sound card, and a color monitor. The Macintosh version requires Operating System 7, Power PC, 16 MB RAM, CD-ROM drive, and 832 x 624 color monitor with thousands of colors.

  3. ALL ABOUT NUMBER AT LEVEL 1 Picture of ALL ABOUT NUMBER AT LEVEL 1

    All About Number at Level 1 is a math skills tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program uses colorful pictures and animations to bring math concepts to life. Concepts covered include counting to ten, ordering and reading numbers, adding and subtracting, making patterns, developing one-to-one correspondence, and simple problem solving. Word lists encourage children to write about numbers on the notepad. The program offers full audio support, enabling children to work independently or in groups. COMPATIBILITY: The PC Macintosh hybrid CD-ROM has versions for use on IBM and compatible or Mactintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires 16 megabytes (MB) RAM, CD-ROM drive, and a 800 x 600 resolution monitor. The Macintosh version requires a Macintosh PowerPC, Operating System 7.0 or higher, 16 MB RAM, 832 x 624 resolution monitor.

  4. ALL ABOUT NUMBER AT LEVEL 2 Picture of ALL ABOUT NUMBER AT LEVEL 2

    All About Number at Level 2 is a math skills tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities.This program uses colorful pictures and animations to bring math concepts to life. Concepts covered include counting to twenty, counting in twos and fives, odd and even numbers, reading and ordering numbers, place value, doubles, estimating, and addition and subtraction. Word lists encourage children to write about numbers on the notepad. The program offers full audio support, enabling children to work independently or in groups and teachers can track student progress. COMPATIBILITY: The PC Macintosh hybrid CD-ROM has versions for use on IBM and compatible or Mactintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a Pentium 133 processor, 16 megabytes (MB) RAM, CD-ROM drive. The Macintosh version requires a Macintosh 68040 processor, Operating System 7.1 or higher, 8 MB RAM, and a CD-ROM drive.

  5. ALL ABOUT OURSELVES Picture of ALL ABOUT OURSELVES

    All About Ourselves is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Young readers and pre-readers use simple drag-and-drop activities to create Venn diagrams, pictograms of eye colors and birthday months, and jigsaw puzzles of body parts. Sequencing, sorting, and labeling activities incorporate topics such as growing up and eating well. Early readers explore the senses and express their thoughts and preferences with the aid of word banks. Full speech support, talking stories, and slide shows make the program accessible to non-readers. Other activities include using the X-ray machine, making faces, and designing printable greeting cards in the scrapbook. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM includes versions for IBM and compatible and Macintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version required a 486DX2 66 megaHertz (mHz) processor, Windows 3.1 or higher, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, 30 MB hard drive space, a 2X CD-ROM drive, sound card, and 640 x 480 256-color monitor. The Macintosh version requires Operating System 7, 68020 processor, 4 MB RAM, 2X CD-ROM drive, and 640 x 480 256-color monitor.

  6. ALL ABOUT SERIES LIBRARY PACK

    The All About Series Library Pack is a language, math skills, and science tutorial program set designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. This six-title set offers speech support and word banks make the programs accessible to both early and non-readers. Titles in the set include All About Ourselves, All About Weather and Seasons, All About Shape and Space, All About Materials, All About number at Level 1, and All About Number Level 2 (each also sold separately; see separate entries). COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM includes versions for IBM and compatible and Macintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version required a 486 66 megaHertz (mHz) processor, Windows 3.1 or higher, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, a 2X CD-ROM drive, sound card, and a color monitor and SVGA graphics. The Macintosh version requires Operating System 7; Power PC, LC, or iMac; 8 MB RAM; 2X CD-ROM drive; and 640 x 480 color monitor with 256 colors.

  7. ALL ABOUT SHAPE AND SPACE Picture of ALL ABOUT SHAPE AND SPACE

    All About Shape and Space is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Matching, sorting, symmetry, and pattern-making activities introduce learners to basic concepts as they work with two- and three-dimensional shapes. Audio support assists in developing of informational processing and communication skills. Quizzes and opportunities to write about shapes using extensive word banks cdomplete the activities. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM includes versions for IBM and compatible and Macintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version required a 486DX2 66 megaHertz (mHz) processor, Windows 3.1 or higher, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, a 2X CD-ROM drive, 16-bit sound card, 30 MB hard drive space, and 640 x 480 256-color monitor with SVGA graphics. The Macintosh version requires Operating System 7, 68020 processor, 4 MB RAM, 2X CD-ROM drive, Sound Manager 3.1, Quicktime 2.5, and 640 x 480 256-color monitor.

  8. ALL ABOUT WEATHER AND SEASONS

    All About Weather and Seasons is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Young readers and pre-readers discover answers to questions about the seasons and weather as they interact with the colorful, animated pages of the program. The program offers full speech support and fully supported with narrated instructions and talking stories. Fun, simple games and activities allow children to explore how weather relates to people, their surroundings, their feelings, and the foods they eat. Topic-related word banks aid children in writing about their new knowledge and pictograms to record the weather by the week or by the month. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM includes versions for use on IBM and compatible or Macintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version required a P-75 processor, Windows 95, 16 megabytes (MB) RAM, a 4X CD-ROM drive, sound card, and SVGA graphics. The Macintosh version requires Power PC, Operating System 7, 8 MB RAM, 4X CD-ROM drive, and a color monitor with thousands of colors.

  9. BEETLES Picture of BEETLES

    Beetles is a cause and effect training program designed for use by students with cognitive and developmental disabilities. The Beetles play songs using the choice of 20 instruments selected by the user. The program is accessible by mouse, touch screen, and switch and enables the user to give each Beetle a different instrument and hear the group play a song. The user can then change instruments and hear the song again. The program provides 55 ready-made songs in a variety of styles, including American, folk, classic, modern, nursery, and Christmas. The program uses standard MIDI files, enabling other songs to be downloaded to customize the program. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 3.1, 3.11, or 95; 8 megabytes RAM; 486, 66 MegaHertz (Mhz) or faster processor; sound card; CD-ROM drive;and a 256-color monitor.

  10. CLAUDE AND MAUDE Picture of CLAUDE AND MAUDE

    Claude and Maude is a writing skills training system designed for use by children with cognitive or fine motor disabilities. Claude, an animated rat, and Maude, an animated owl help motivate children to practice letter formation. Using the mouse, a touch screen, or a graphics pad, the child can trace a letter in a freehand manner. When the letter is complete, clicking on Maude will cause her to flutter, dance, and wink, and then Claude will tell the child how he/she has done. Claude checks to see if the letter is correctly formed and can let the child know if it has been formed backwards. Among the features of the program is phonetic speech, animation showing how a letter should be formed, and more. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 3.1, 3.11, or 95, 8 megabytes RAM, sound card, CD-ROM drive, and color monitor with 256 colors.

  11. COLORCARDS INTERACTIVE: EVERYDAY OBJECTS Picture of COLORCARDS INTERACTIVE: EVERYDAY OBJECTS

    ColorCards Interactive: Everyday Objects is a problem solving program and visual training activity designed for use by children with neurological, cognitive, or visual disabilities. This program reinforces key skills in visual discrimination, problem solving, number skills, concentration and attention, and semantics/categorization. Six activities offer three levels of audio and visual help, and concentrate on key areas. Activities include Match the Picture with picture to picture matching, audio to picture matching, and part to whole matching; What's it For? to build understanding of function; Odd One Out to teach grouping and classification; Add On that requires the user to sort cards into functional categories; How Many? to teach simple counting and search and count. The program utilizes high-quality photographs and is fully configurable to suit the needs of individual users. A built-in record-keeping facility allows monitoring of progress. The CD-ROM also has built-in full switch access. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium II/266 processor, Windows 95 or higher, CD-ROM drive, 32 megabytes RAM.

  12. FACEPAINT Picture of FACEPAINT

    Facepaint is a simple drawing and reading tutorial program designed for use by young children with physical and cognitive disabilities. This program offers a choice of male or female faces in a selection of four skin colors. Non-readers can build faces by choosing from a selection of features on the screen. Early readers can type in words for their choices and watch the faces build. The faces can be printed or saved to disc. If the computer is equipped with a sound recorder, created faces can be made to talk. The program is accessible by mouse or with the available single switch facility. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: 486 DX 66 megaHertz or or better processor, CD-ROM drive, and 8 megabytes RAM.

  13. FLIP IT AND SLIDER Picture of FLIP IT AND SLIDER

    Flip It and Slider is a cause and effect training program designed for use by children in pre-kindergarten through first grade with visual or cognitive disabilities. The Flip It part of the program jumbles a part of a picture vertically and horizontally. The user identifies the jumbled area, clicks to fix it, and is rewarded by a playful sound. Slider creates a simple sliding picture puzzle. Users slide the part of the picture into place to complete the picture. An extensive assortment of pictures is included with the program and additional pictures and sounds can be added. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or faster processor, Windows 95, and a CD-ROM drive.

  14. FRESCO Picture of FRESCO

    Fresco is a drawing and graphics program designed for use by children with learning and cognitive disabilities. The program offers a choice of media, including crayons, charcoal, pastels, airbrush, and watercolors, as well as a choice of surfaces from plain paper to a variety of canvases. The program also offers experimenting with symmetry and tiling efects, picture brushes for creative effects, multiple paint palettes, realistic effects, repeating patterns, and realistic stencil effects. Fully configurable for individual use, this program is suitable for a range of ages with four built-in levels and the option of creating new levels to meet individual and group needs. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium II or better processor, CD-ROM drive, Windows 95 or higher, and 32 megabytes RAM.

  15. FUZZBUZZ LEVEL 1: WORD LEARNING Picture of FUZZBUZZ LEVEL 1: WORD LEARNING

    Fuzzbuzz Level 1: Word Learning is a vocabulary tutorial program designed specifically for use by children with learning disabilities. Bouncing fuzzbuzzes and creeping slinx stimulate children and help them develop sight vocabulary and reading skills. The 16 activities include word to picture matching, word sequencing, and timed word recognition. The help fuzzbuzz gives tips and animated sequences reward completion of each activity. The program can be customized for up to 20 students and can be used independently or by groups. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on IBM and compatible or Mactintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a 486DX 66 megaHertz processor, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, Windows 3.1 or higher, 16-bit sound card, CD-ROM drive, and a monitor with 256 colors. The Macintosh version requires a Macintosh 68040 processor, Operating System 7.0 or higher, 8 MB RAM, a CD-ROM drive, a 640 x 480 256-color monitor.

  16. FUZZBUZZ LEVEL 2: THE CLAN Picture of FUZZBUZZ LEVEL 2: THE CLAN

    Fuzzbuzz Level 2: The Clan is a vocabulary tutorial program designed specifically for use by children with learning disabilities. This program features 20 animated activities to introduce 150 new words with matching and learning activities to incrase sight vocabulary. A highly-structured phonics program leads children through single letter sounds, triple consonant blends, and more. A virtual relaity component enables students to explore the Glen as they complete two comprehension activities. A record-keeping facility enables teachers to track student progress. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on IBM and compatible or Mactintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a P-75 processor, 16 megabytes (MB) RAM, Windows 95 or 98 or NT 4, 16-bit sound card, CD-ROM drive, and a 800 x 600 256- color monitor. The Macintosh version requires a Power Mac, Operating System 7.0 or higher, 8 MB RAM, a CD-ROM drive, a 800 x 600 256-color monitor.

  17. KALEIDOSCOPE 2 Picture of KALEIDOSCOPE 2

    Kaleidoscope 2 is a simple drawing and painting program designed for use by young children with cognitive disabilities. Accessible by mouse, keyboard, or touch screen, the program offers several user levels. At the most basic level, a single mouse click adds color to pictures. At more advanced levels, users can stamp pictures, paint pictures, and create symmetrical kaleidoscope-like pictures. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or better processor, CD-ROM drive, and Windows 95.

  18. KNOCKOUT AND REVEAL Picture of KNOCKOUT AND REVEAL

    Knockout and Reveal is a visual training activitiy designed for use by children with cognitive, developmental, or visual disabilities. Accessible by mouse or touch screen, Knockout allows users to assemble or knockout pictures piece by piece. Reveal enables users to uncover pictures in amusing ways. An extensive library of pictures is included with the program and aditional pictures can be added for customization. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or faster processor, Windows 95, and a CD-ROM drive.

  19. LEAPS AND BOUNDS - SWITCH ACCESS Picture of LEAPS AND BOUNDS - SWITCH ACCESS

    Leaps and Bounds - Switch Access is a switch-adapted pre-reading tutorial program designed for use by children with cerebral palsy or fine motor, neurological, or upper extremity disabilities. Combining the most switch friendly activities from the Leaps and Bounds series (see separate entries), this program provides scanning and step switch accessability as well as mouse and keyboard access. This program uses bright and colorful characters to stimulate the imagination of young learners and encourage the development of early learning skills. It includes activities that develop pre-reading skills, lengthen concentration span, enhance decision-making processes, and improve tracking and left-right orientation. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible or Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM and compatible computers require Windows 95 or higher operating system; P-133 processor; 32 megabytes (MB) RAM; 800 x 600 screen resolution; 16-bit color. Macintosh computers require Classic OS9, OSX or higher operating system; G3 or higher processor; 128 MB RAM; 16x CD-ROM drive; and 16-bit color display.

  20. LEAPS AND BOUNDS 1 Picture of LEAPS AND BOUNDS 1

    Leaps and Bounds 1 is a pre-reading tutorial program designed for use by pre-school children with learning disabilities. Colorful characters in six text-free activities help stimulate imagination and develop pre-reading skills. Children improve hand-eye coordination as they manipulate the mouse and target items as they pop up in surprising places. Left-to-right tracking prepares children for beginning reading. Stimulating movements and sounds aid in improving auditory and visual discrimination. Prediction, concentration and memory skills are also developed as children click to hear animal sounds, stimulate actions, make a tune, uncover clues, and match animated characters in pairs. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible or Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version requires a P-133 processor, 32 megabytes (MB) RAM, Windows 95 or higher, CD-ROM drive, and a 640 x 480 256-color monitor. The Macintosh version requires a 68040 or better processor, Operating System 7.1 or higher, 8 MB RAM, a CD-ROM drive, a 800 x 600 256-color monitor.

  21. LEAPS AND BOUNDS 2 Picture of LEAPS AND BOUNDS 2

    Leaps and Bounds 2 is a pre-reading tutorial program designed for use by pre-school children with learning disabilities. Colorful characters use dancing, buble-blowing, and other antics in six text-free activities to help develop pre-reading skills. Children improve hand-eye coordination as they manipulate the mouse and target items as they pop up in surprising places. Left-to-right tracking prepares children for beginning reading. Stimulating movements and sounds aid in improving auditory and visual discrimination. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible or Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version requires a P-133 processor, 32 megabytes (MB) RAM, Windows 95 or higher, CD-ROM drive, and a 800 x 600 256-color monitor. The Macintosh version requires a 68040 or better processor, Operating System 7.1 or higher, 8 MB RAM, a CD-ROM drive, a 800 x 600 256-color monitor.

  22. LEAPS AND BOUNDS 3 Picture of LEAPS AND BOUNDS 3

    Leaps and Bounds 3 is a pre-reading tutorial program designed for use by pre-school children with learning disabilities. Colorful elephants carrying whimsical characters on their heads lead children into six activities with opportunities for experimentation, problem solving, language development, fine motor skill development, sound discrimination, and more. Children experiment with an on-screen machine to figure out how to make sausages and then squeeze them into a hungry monster's dish. The Make a Body activity enables children to choose from three levels of difficulty to build a series of matching cartoon-style bodies while sharpening visual discrimination skills. Funny animations and sounds play automatically as rewards. Another activity has users creating a symphony and experimenting with rhythm with the Monster Band, a collection of pink blob-like creatures distinguished by features like a trumpet nose, a twanging tongue, and a huge tapping shoe. Children help the gardener keep his flowers alive in the Watering the Flowers activity. The flowers have their own sound effects which decrease as the flowers begin to droop. Sprinkling them with water from the gardener's watering can revives them. Dog's Long Walk helps users hone hand-eye coordination. Navigation buttons on the bottom of the screen allow children to move the dog from left to right and up and down so he can investigate a variety of objects and occasionally take a dip in a pond. Finally, characters from Leaps and Bounds 1 and 2 (see separate entries) appear in Noisy Painting, where black-and-white outlines can be filled in with brilliant colors using an on-screen paintbrush. Children dip the brush in the color of their choice and are treated to sound effects as they complete each painting. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible or Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version requires a P-133 processor, 32 megabytes (MB) RAM minimum (64 MB recommended), Windows 95 or higher, CD-ROM drive, 16-bit sound card, and a 800 x 600 256-color monitor. The Macintosh version requires a 68040 or better processor, Operating System 8.5 or higher, a 2X CD-ROM drive, a 800 x 600 256-color monitor, and Sound Manager 3.1 or later.

  23. LISTEN HERE! Picture of LISTEN HERE!

    Listen Here! is an auditory stimulation activity designed for use with children with neurological, cognitive, or hearing disabilities. The program provides stimulation by playing more than 90 sounds that can be manipulated with a variety of effects, including moving from the left to the right speaker or moving in and out. Sounds can be activated momentarily when the mouse button is pressed or played in a continuous loop until stopped. Custom sounds can be added using a microphone and the Windows sound recorder. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or better processor, Windows 95, and a CD-Rom drive.

  24. LOOK HERE! Picture of LOOK HERE!

    Look Here! is a visual stimulation activity designed for individuals with profound disabilities. The program provides visual stimulation by displaying a variety of light patterns and animations. The fifteen images can be modified can be modified with special effects. Options enable animation speed, object speed, and background color to be modified.User input is not required by the child. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or faster processor, Windows 95, and a CD-ROM drive.

  25. MATTI MOLE'S SUMMER HOLIDAY

    Matti Mole's Summer Holiday is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Available in a home user version or a single-user school version, this animated storybook incorporates language activities and games throughout its eleven chapters and Matti Mole nods and provides encouragement throughout. Sixteen activities help students learn capital letters, periods, compound words, alphabetical order, tenses, questions, parts of speech, and rhyming words. Special features include record-keeping charts to track progress, an activity menu to connect users to the language activities, and teacher controls that enable teachers to lock on activities and select the level of difficulty. This program offers full speech support. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM includes versions for use on IBM and compatible or Macintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version required a 33 megaHertz (MHz) or faster processor, Windows 3.1 or better, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, a 2X CD-ROM drive, sound card, and SVGA graphics. The Macintosh version requires an LCII processor, 8 MB RAM, 2X CD-ROM drive, and a 640 x 480 256-color monitor.

  26. MAX AND THE MACHINES Picture of MAX AND THE MACHINES

    Max and the Machines is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program, which runs entirely from the CD-ROM, introduces children to Max, Magpie, and Selma as they develop skills in sorting, matching, and sequencing. Users move through a six-chapter story featuring diverse characters and families. Colors, letters, words and pictures are explored with a mouse click and rhymes enliven instruction and narration. The level of difficulty is automatically adjusted according to student performance, and a performance profile can be viewed and printed out. COMPATIBILITY For use on IBM and compatible computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: A 486 or faster processor, Windows 3.1 or higher, MS-DOS 5.0 or higher, 4 megabytes (MB) RAM, 2X speed or faster CD-ROM drive, mouse, sound card, and SVGA graphics and 256 colors.

  27. MAXIMANIA Picture of MAXIMANIA

    Maximania is a problem and academic tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. The six-chapter story of Max, Goober, Magpie, Selma, and the Flying Boot offers graphics, animation, and music to enliven puzzles, games, and problem-solving activities. Characters often speak in rhyme and each chapter contains matching, sorting, sequencing, and comprehension activities that help students develop essential literacy and thinking skills. Teachers and students have the option of selecting specific characters and games and teachers can track student progress in the profile section. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: A 486 or faster processor, 4 megabytes RAM, MS-DOS 5.0, Windows 3.1, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, SVGA graphics and 256 colors, sound card, and

  28. MICROWORLDS

    Microworlds is a reading tutorial program designed for use by children with learning disabilities. Children explore the house and garden with Sam and Jo, their animated guides. Interactive activities in a colorful environment help develop early skills. Activities include simple matching games, decision-making activities, and early reading exercises. Users can feed birds, water flowers, have a bath, and design a room as they develop mouse control and early reading skills. The program offers full speech support. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Requires a P-133 processor, 32 megabytes (MB) RAM, Windows 95 or NT, CD-ROM drive, and a 256-color monitor.

  29. NUMBER PLANE Picture of NUMBER PLANE

    Number Plane is a math skills tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program features Murphy mouse presenting 21 practical activities, such as Doughnut Dragons and Florrie Flutter's Kites. Mathematical concepts and vocabulary are introduced clearly with full narration. Contents include numbers from zero to 99, halves and quarters fractions, place value in two-digit numbers, multiplication as repeated addition, division as sharing equally and repeated subtraction, and reading and writing numbers and number names. Program features include three levels of difficulty and automatic help and correction routines. A Teacher's Guide and resource sheets are included. COMPATIBILITY: The PC Macintosh hybrid CD-ROM has versions for use on IBM and compatible or Mactintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a 486/66 or faster processor, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, SVGA graphics, and Windows 3.1 or higher. The Macintosh version requires a Macintosh LC, PowerPC, or iMac; 8 MB RAM, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, and a 640 x 480, 256-color monitor .

  30. NUMBER TRAIN Picture of NUMBER TRAIN

    Number Train is a math skills tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program features Murphy mouse acting as a guide through fully narrated interactive activities, such as rolling dice and playing an adding game with an elephant, learning about odd and even numbers with Fandango Frogs, and subtracting with ducks as they dive into the water and swim away. Mathematical concepts and vocabulary are introduced clearly with full narration. Contents include numbers from zero to twenty, ordering numbers, place value, odd and even numbers, counting by twos, addition as combining two or three sets, addition as counting on, and subtraction as taking away. Program features include three levels of difficulty, a choice of activities for individual students, and records of student progress. COMPATIBILITY: The PC Macintosh hybrid CD-ROM has versions for use on IBM and compatible or Mactintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a 486/66 or faster processor, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, SVGA graphics, and Windows 3.1 or higher. The Macintosh version requires a Macintosh LC, PowerPC, or iMac; 8 MB RAM, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, and a 640 x 480, 256-color monitor .

  31. NUMBER WORKS, THE Picture of NUMBER WORKS, THE

    The Number Works is a math skills tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. Full of cranky old machines that barely work, The Number Works Factory needs to get working again. As students build math skills, they repair the machines. Along the way, they enlist the help of UNIT the robot and his friend the mouse. Activities focus on place value and ordering numbers, approximation, addition of two-digit numbers, subtraction of two-digit numbers, addition and subtraction as inverses, number patterns, multiplication and times tables, division facts and remainders, fractions (halves, quarters, thirds, and fifths), negative numbers, simple decimals, and coordinates. Features enable teachers to set the difficulty level, keep records of student progress, and set the program to adventure or activity mode. COMPATIBILITY: The PC Macintosh hybrid CD-ROM has versions for use on IBM and compatible or Mactintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM version requires a 486/66 or faster processor, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, SVGA graphics, and Windows 3.1 or higher. The Macintosh version requires a Macintosh LC475, 8 MB RAM, 2X speed CD-ROM drive, and a 640 x 480, 256-color monitor .

  32. PICTURE THIS! PICTURE SWITCHER Picture of PICTURE THIS! PICTURE SWITCHER

    Picture This! Picture Switcher is a cause and effect training program designed for use by children with cognitive, visual, perceptual, and upper extremity disabilities. This program gives children using a single switch grid-style access to the activities of Knockout and Reveal and Flip It and Slider (see separate entries). The package includes a wide range of activities. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or better processor, CD-ROM drive, and Windows 95.

  33. SEQUENCES Picture of SEQUENCES

    Sequences is an academic tutorial program designed for use with children with cognitive and perceptual disabilities. This program offers a variety of activities whose steps can be arranged in increasing or decreasing. Among the activities depicted in the 30 sequences are building a snowman, blowing up a balloon, erasing a blackboard, and painting a picture. As the sequences are pieced together, children are rewarded with cheers. This text-free program features colorful graphics, audio, and fun animations. Fully configurable through teacher controls, the 30 sequences can be assembled and printed. A set of corresponding cards is included for work away from the computer. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium 133 MegaHertz processor or better, Windows 95 or higher, 16 megabytes RAM, 2X CD-ROM drive, and a 256-color 800 x 600 color monitor.

  34. SKOOG Picture of SKOOG

    The Skoog is a music synthesizer designed for use by children with disabilities that are unable to play standard musical instruments. The Skoog is a cube mounted on a square base with colored half spheres extending from all four sides and the top of the cube. The user can squeeze, press, roll, twist or wobble it to generate a sound. The Skoog connects to a computer via a USB cable (included), and it produces sound through the computer utilizing the Skoogmusic software, which included with the Skoog on a CD-ROM. The software can be used to control the sound generated by the Skoog, and it included color-coded tunes that display on a computer screen to guide the user to touch a programmed sequence of areas on the Skoog to generate a melody. The software offers a range of instruments including brass, woodwind, percussion and strings. The sensitivity of the Skoog can be adjusted, and save individual user settings. The Skoogmusic software allows for customization the Skoog to suit the needs of a wide range of children, and adjustable skill settings offer the opportunity for users to continue to be challenged as they improve their skills. A user guide is included. COLOR: The entire exterior is soft and squeezable, and the cube and base are white (a black version is available) while each of the half spheres are colored – blue, green, red, yellow and orange. COMPATABILITY: For use with Apple Macintosh or IBM PC or compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (for Skoogmusic software): Windows XP (SP3) or later or Mac OS X 10.4 or later with at least 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM; color display; CD-ROM drive; USB port; Internet access for software updates; stereo headphone/audio out (good quality speakers are recommended).

  35. SMART ALEX Picture of SMART ALEX

    Smart Alex is a behavior training program designed for use by children with autism and other cognitive disabilities. The program offers eight different levels with a variety of exercises pertaining to expressing emotions. At the first level, users simply click on the eyes and mouth of Smart Alex to change facial expressions. Other levels enable users to use Mayer-Johnson symbols and rebus symbols to select the emotion Alex is to express. At a higher level, keyboard users can hold a simple conversation with Alex about their likes and dislikes. If the user gives Alex a word he does not know, he will ask about it and remember it for the next session. Alex can be male or female, caucasion or African American. The program is accessible by mouse, keyboard, or touch screen. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for Macintosh and IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version requires Windows 95 or higher and the Macintosh version requires OS 7 or higher. Both versions require a CD-ROM drive.

  36. SOUND STORIES Picture of SOUND STORIES

    Sound Stories is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. The program offers 30 different storybooks with listening and spelling activities for each letter of the alphabet, plus the diagraphs sh, ch, th, and wh. All text is clearly narrated and highlighted word-by-word to provide modeled reading. Webster the spider serves as an animated guide and each book is followed by two interactive spelling activities to help reinforce knowlege. Skills taught include identifying letter sounds, recognizing initial letters, developing alphabetical awareness, and reading and spelling words.Narrated help is available on every screen, allowing users to work in dependently. The program can be customized for individual users when teachers select targeted letters and activities and then view each child's progress on a record chart. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM offers versions for use on IBM and compatible computers and Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version requires a 486 33 megaHertz or faster processor, Windows 3.1 or higher, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, 2X speed or faster CD-ROM drive, sound card, and SVGA monitor. The Macintosh version requires an LC475 or better processor, 8 MB RAM, 2X speed or faster CD-ROM drive, and a 640 X 480, 256-color monitor.

  37. SPEAK UP! Picture of SPEAK UP!

    Speak Up! is a cause and effect progam designed to encourage vocalization in children with cognitive or communication disabilities. The program comes with 10 different images that grow, move, and become wider as the user makes sounds into a microphone (not included). The image changes according to the volume of the sound made by the child. Pictures can also be inserted to customize the program to user needs, including family pictures, pets, and places familiar to the user. This program is accessible by microphone; no other user input is required. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or faster processor, Windows 95, and a CD-ROM drive.

  38. SPLATTER Picture of SPLATTER

    Splatter is a cause and effect training program designed for use by children with cognitive, developmental, and visual disabilities. Accessible by mouse, touch screen, or switch, this program uses colors and sounds to develop cause and effect and color recognition skills. By clicking anywhere on the screen, users stamp or splatter images and each image makes a playful sound when splattered. Options allow the color name to be spoken for auditory reinforcement. A variety of images and colors can be displayed to meet the needs of individual users. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or better processor, CD-ROM drive, and Windows 95

  39. SPOT ON GAMES Picture of SPOT ON GAMES

    Spot on Games is a perceptual training program designed for use by children with cognitive, developmental, or physical disabilities. This program features six age appropriate games accessible by a switch, mouse, keyboard, or touch screen. Each game challenges players to react as objects move across the screen. The games can be played in single- or two-player mode and the size and speed of the moving objects can be adjusted. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 3.1 or higher, 486 or better processor, and a CD-ROM drive.

  40. SUPERSPELL: A DAY AT THE BEACH Picture of SUPERSPELL: A DAY AT THE BEACH

    SuperSpell: A Day at the Beach is a spelling tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program has children building sand castles while building spelling skills. The program is not age- or grade-related, but focuses on development and builds skills sequentially, progressing from simple three-letter words through harder multi-syllabic words. Children enjoy windsurfing, diving and other spelling games as they encounter more than 3,000 words through seven different activity sets. Features include full speech capability, plus options to use pre-selected work lists or customized lists. Work may focus on commonly misspelled words, compound words, or sentence usage drills. Teachers can individualize the program for each child. Correct answers are rewarded by a funny cartoon sequences. The assessment module contains one placement and three diagnostic tests, which establish the user's skill level and pinpoint areas of weakness. Results are compiled and stored for each user and can be printed for later review. A third disc offers 100 printable worksheets to reinforce skills away from the computer. Each worksheet is also linked to onscreen activities. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM offers versions for use on IBM and compatible computers and Macintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version (including Power and iMacs) requires, Windows 3.1 or higher, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, 2X speed or faster CD-ROM drive, sound card, and SVGA monitor. The program is compatible with Windows XP home and professional editions. The Macintosh version requires an LC 3 or better processor, 8 MB RAM, and a 2X speed or faster CD-ROM drive.

  41. SWITCH ON ORIGINAL Picture of SWITCH ON ORIGINAL

    Switch On Original is a cause and effect training program designed for use by young children with cognitive or severe physical disabilities. This program can be operated with a mouse, the space bar, a single switch, or a touch screen and offers four basic activities: Picture building, picture matching, reaction timing, and speech recognitoin. Picture building requires the child to build a picture and then the picture activates. Picture matching requires matching of pictures. Reaction timing requires the child to press a switch when a picture appears. Speech recogniton requires the child to respond to a spoken prompt. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 3.1 or higher, a 486 or faster processor, and CD-ROM drive.

  42. SWITCH ON TRAVEL Picture of SWITCH ON TRAVEL

    Switch On Travel is a cause and effect training program designed for use by young children with cognitive or severe physical disabilities. This program can be operated with a mouse, the space bar, a single switch, or a touch screen and offers four basic activities using pictures of vehicles with animation and sound: Picture building, picture matching, reaction timing, and speech recognitoin. Picture building requires the child to build a picture and then the picture activates. Picture matching requires matching of pictures. Reaction timing requires the child to press a switch when a picture appears. Speech recogniton requires the child to respond to a spoken prompt. The level of difficulty is adjustable. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers or Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 3.1 or higher or Macintosh System 7 or higher, a 486 or faster processor, and a CD-ROM drive.

  43. SWITCH ON ZOO Picture of SWITCH ON ZOO

    Switch On Zoo is a cause and effect training program designed for use by young children with cognitive or severe physical disabilities. This program utilizes zoo animals as a theme and can be operated with a mouse, the space bar, a single switch, or a touch screen. Users perform activities such as picture matching, choice making, and matching pictures to the spoken word. The level of difficulty can be changed to meet the needs of different users. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 3.1 or higher and a CD-ROM drive.

  44. TEACHER'S CUPBOARD

    Teacher's Cupboard is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Available in a home user version or a single-user school version, this programs draw young learners into magical lands with kangaroos and giants to find the gifts teachers desire. This interactive literacy program offers two adventures to lead children through focused literacy activities where they practice skills such as identifying beginning letter sounds, story sequencing, and filling in missing words from a selection of pictures. The program provides assistance with difficult words and all text is narrated at the reader's pace with wor-by-word highlighting. A repeat speech button enables users to hear unfamiliar words as many time as needed. Photocopiable resource materials and a comprehensive teacher's guide are included. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM includes versions for use on IBM and compatible or Macintosh computers with or without a network. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version required a 486, 33 megaHertz (MHz) or faster processor, Windows 3.1 or better, 8 megabytes (MB) RAM, a 2X CD-ROM drive, sound card, and SVGA graphics. The Macintosh version requires an LCII processor, 8 MB RAM, 2X CD-ROM drive, and a 640 x 480 256-color monitor.

  45. TELL A TALE Picture of TELL A TALE

    Tell A Tale is a story writing program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program encourages children to write their own three-sentence stories using the 100 combination offered by the software. Each story has an opening, a setting, an actor, and action, all illustrated with animation. The program also offers clear narration in male or female voices, highlighted text, and an interface simple enough for early learners. Full teacher controls and three levels of difficulty permit differential instruction. Other features include print and playback story options, as well as a set of printable worksheets for work away from the computer. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers with or without a network or Macintosh Power PC. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 95 or higher, 16 megabytes (MB) RAM, SVGA graphics, 4X speed CD-ROM, and a sound card. The program is compatible with Windows XP Home or Professional Editions. The Mac Power PC requires Operating System 8.1 or higher, 4X speed CD-ROM, and 32 MB RAM.

  46. TOUCH FUN FAIR Picture of TOUCH FUN FAIR

    Touch Fun Fair is a control switch training program designed for use by young children with cognitive or multiple disabilities. The activities include Ghost Train, Coconut Shy, Darts, Ring Toss, Grab Bag, and Bumper Cars and develop cause and effect, visual discrimination, matching, and mouse skills. The program can be accessed with a mouse or a touch screen. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on Macintosh and IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The Macintosh version requires an LC III or faster processor, 8 MB RAM, a 256-color monitor, a CD-ROM drive, and System 7. The Windows version requires Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 or 98, 16 to 32 MB RAM, a SVGA monitor, CD-ROM drive, sound card, and speakers.

  47. TOUCH GAMES 1 Picture of TOUCH GAMES 1

    Touch Games 1 is a control switch training program designed for use by young children with cognitive or multiple disabilities. The activities include Pin Wheel, Rockets, Dasher Dog and Annabel, Honey Bee, Memory Doors, and Hectic Highways and develop cause and effect, visual discrimination, matching, and mouse skills. The program can be accessed with a mouse or a touch screen. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on Macintosh and IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The Macintosh version requires an LC III or faster processor, 8 MB RAM, a 256-color monitor, CD-ROM drive, and System 7. The Windows version requires a 486 or faster processor, Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 or 98, 16 to 32 MB RAM, a SVGA monitor, CD-ROM drive, sound card, and speakers.

  48. TOUCH HERE Picture of TOUCH HERE

    Touch Here! is a visual stimulation activity designed for use by individuals with profound disabilities. The program provides visual stimulation by displaying a variety of light patterns and animations. Patterns appear wherever the touch screen is touched or at the cursor position when the mouse is clicked. Options enable color preferences to be set. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or better processor, Windows 95, or CD-ROM drive.

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