CD Previews Science Programs for Kids 4-14

Science for Kids' new Product Preview CD-ROM, available at no charge, demonstrates the firm's science programs for kids 4 through 14 years of age. The hybrid disc (Mac/Win) features an interactive excursion through the K-8 Science Curriculum and Science Adventures product lines. Users navigate in an exploratory mode or are guided through a self-running tutorial. Titles include CELLebration, Simple Machines, and Adventures with OSLO Tools & Gadgets. Tools & Gadgets has received several industry awards, including an Award of Excellence from CD-ROM Today. The Product Preview CD also contains demos from other publishers showing language arts, skills assessment, keyboarding, portfolio assessment and screen saver software. Science for Kids, Lewisville, NC, (910) 945-9000.

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