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• CD-ROM
• Educational role-playing games that are both enriching and amusing
• Help Mia retrieve her mother's lost hat and find her way home
• Covers age-appropriate scientific concepts and scientific terminology
• Rich and captivating 3D world from a mouse's point of view
• Designed for kids ages 6 to 10

Reviews (3)

FUN, FUN, FUN!!!
July 27, 2005
Big video game, little educational value
If one is looking for an educational program to help a child learn there are much better programs on the market than Mia.
Mia's Science Adventure
My daughter, who's five, loves this program!She's learned a lot from it!Thanks Kutoka! ... Read more

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• CD-ROM
• Relive a period in time that changed the United States forever
• Learn about the geography of the Old West
• Capture your experiences and improve writing skills with the built-in journal
• Wrestle with the same decisions that pioneers faced years ago
• Includes three increasing levels of play - start off as a Greenhorn, advance to an Adv

Reviews (14)

Very Fun Game!
This game is very fun!I remember playing the original Oregon Trail game and it was fun as well but when Oregon Trail 2 came out, I had to have it!I could easily play this game for hours!It is pretty cool because the graphics are way better than what the original game was and there is way more products that you can purchase for your trip.Also, I love the way that they show a video of someone talking to you or when you go to a major point on your trip it'll show a video talking about that as well.This game is truly awesome and should be compatible with any computer built in the past 5 years.

Fun and Educational Game
While I've only played Oregon Trail 1, 2, and 4 in my youth, I can easily say 2 was the best of the series. Oregon Trail puts the player in the 1800's during times when people hoped for a more properous life out West. The history of Oregon Trail is very interesting and this game does a good job of showcasing many elements of that era into the game.
so dissappointing
danm it suck . after reading tons of review from amazon i thought buying this oregon trail 2 game would be a lot of fun . well i just play it and it suck . if you played the classic. there are feature like fishing. resting , talking to people. trading with them you can chose the items you want. this version 2 don't like you do any of it. no fishing, and funny thing is they sell fishing pole what is the pole of it , if the game don't let you fish. they have more towns and store. one point the classing lack, still , no gathering vegetable and fruit in this version two, the computer automatically do it for you . if the classic is 100 points , this is like 30 points. and it version too. ohh please. i too upset right now with this software maker, it like those guy got lazy or lazier . ... Read more

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Reviews (23)

disappointing
My 4 year old son has been playing computer games for about 6 months and does really well at navigating the mouse and listening for instructions.I sit with him until I know he knows how to play.I can't leave him with this one.You have to search to find where you want to go and the information I think it gives on the dinosaurs is either below or above his level.He knows alot about dinosaurs and this doesn't expand on anything.I think maybe if it were a little more realistic...and the game gets stuck and acts slowly.

Great lessons on the ocean
This piece is great for kids. You should also consider the adventures of Captain -- Captain Jon's Island Adventure and Captain Jon Explores the Ocean.

Great game if you want to learn about marine biology!!
This is such a cool game!The Magic School Bus games are all quite good.I really like how you can visit many different ocean zones so you can see that not all parts of the ocean are alike.It is unique that you can "perform" your own science experiments on the same program that you can play fun games on.I like the game with the crab. :)
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• Fun, educational software for learning everyday science
• Covers physics, chemistry, biology, and earth and space science
• 100+ interactive science experiments; 1,000 science problems
• 60 non-computer experiments; 100s of science reference screens
• Parent help print-outs; for ages 7 to 11

Editorial Review

Hop aboard the Magic School Bus as it dives into an interactive deep-sea adventure to explore the wonders of the ocean. Kids can tour seven ocean zones, conduct science experiments, and follow clues to find sunken treasure. Drive the bus and voyage into the depths of kelp forests, coral reefs, and much more. Based on characters from the book series and TV show, Scholastic's Read more

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• CD-ROM

Reviews (23)

disappointing
My 4 year old son has been playing computer games for about 6 months and does really well at navigating the mouse and listening for instructions.I sit with him until I know he knows how to play.I can't leave him with this one.You have to search to find where you want to go and the information I think it gives on the dinosaurs is either below or above his level.He knows alot about dinosaurs and this doesn't expand on anything.I think maybe if it were a little more realistic...and the game gets stuck and acts slowly.

Great lessons on the ocean
This piece is great for kids. You should also consider the adventures of Captain -- Captain Jon's Island Adventure and Captain Jon Explores the Ocean.

Great game if you want to learn about marine biology!!
This is such a cool game!The Magic School Bus games are all quite good.I really like how you can visit many different ocean zones so you can see that not all parts of the ocean are alike.It is unique that you can "perform" your own science experiments on the same program that you can play fun games on.I like the game with the crab. :)
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• CD-ROM
• Explore the world of dinosaurs with the popular show's characters
• Choose from 7 different locations in 3 prehistoric time periods
• Puzzles and games teach facts about prehistoric life
• Lots of cool pictures, graphics and sounds
• More than 20 fun multimedia reports

Reviews (23)

disappointing
My 4 year old son has been playing computer games for about 6 months and does really well at navigating the mouse and listening for instructions.I sit with him until I know he knows how to play.I can't leave him with this one.You have to search to find where you want to go and the information I think it gives on the dinosaurs is either below or above his level.He knows alot about dinosaurs and this doesn't expand on anything.I think maybe if it were a little more realistic...and the game gets stuck and acts slowly.

Great lessons on the ocean
This piece is great for kids. You should also consider the adventures of Captain -- Captain Jon's Island Adventure and Captain Jon Explores the Ocean.

Great game if you want to learn about marine biology!!
This is such a cool game!The Magic School Bus games are all quite good.I really like how you can visit many different ocean zones so you can see that not all parts of the ocean are alike.It is unique that you can "perform" your own science experiments on the same program that you can play fun games on.I like the game with the crab. :)
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Features

• Canyon
• Giant Fault
• Land Volcano
• Underwater Volcano
• Deep Cavern

Reviews (5)

good, but not very exciting
This game is okay, but I was a little disappointed. My previous experience with the show made me have high expectations. My son likes it but said it was a little boring. It does a good job of teaching things but I think there could have been more ideas covered.

Inside the Earth - Inside Your Child's Mind!
Scholastic's name's on this selection. Not for nothing....This is another one of Microsoft's gems. I know I said it before, but this is definitely a gem! Microsoft does NOT make bad educational software. There's something of value in every package they turn out. Ms. Frizzle shines again in this one. Parents this is the closest you want your kids exploring inside the earth. Come on and break out your wallet, or purse.

Eductational and fun
My 6 year old always prefers Magic School Bus programs over his other educational computer games.Just a warning: it won't compete with non-educational stuff if they have a choice. ... Read more

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• CD-ROM
• Created in response to global concern for the environment
• 400+ photos; 100 animations; 50 minutes of videos
• 285 species profiles; 16 thought-provoking articles; interactive maps
• 3 CD set includes interviews with world-renown scientists
• Plus behind-the-scenes tour of a real zoo

Editorial Review

If high-flying superheroes, glitzy game shows, and dangerousinterplanetary missions are what it takes to hold the attention of third throughsixth graders studying math and science, then this four-CD compilation ofeducational software does no wrong. And, fortunately, all fourprograms--originally released separately by the quality-conscious folks at Edmark--manageto do a respectable job of actually teaching kids, too.Read more

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• Includes 4 fun and educational titles
• More than 15 individual lessons and 200 activities
• Each program uniquely designed to teach basic skill sets
• Each title highly rated by accredited reviewers and experts in the field
• Provides hands-on experience

Reviews (4)

Avoid This Product
I have purchased 30-40 software CD's for my 6 year old over the years and this CD has got to rate near the bottom of the bunch.In summary, there is very little explanation or instruction into the math or science concepts being "taught", the "game" aspect to theCDs is clunky at best, and it is just plain confusing.I have been sorely disappointed in these CDs and my daughter has very little, if any, interest in using these CDs although she loves to be on the computer.At the same time I boughtthese CDs, I also bought her a Magic School Bus title which was very good and which she asks to play.I have never written a review before this review but felt compelled to do it to alert other parents to avoid this title. Waste of your money, and of your child's patience and interest.

Exceeds Expectations
My son is 6 yrs old so I was leery of purchasing this title.However, it is better to challenge than to bore, so I made the purchase.I will never regret it.The software is fabulous.It installed easily, initializes and performs well, is incredibly engaging and remarkably educational for such a fun suite of software. Great selection of titles, educational and well worth the $$
This is a great set of CD's.Informative, fun, challenging and well worth the money.A deal like this is hard to find, and belive me I've been looking! My 10 yr old son very much enjoys this product as well as the Middle School Accelerator. ... Read more

Features

• Sammy's Science House introduces and builds essential early science and thinking skills while engaging young students with five fun-filled activities
• Students sort names of plants, animals, and minerals at the Sorting Station, construct toys and machines in the Workshop
• Learn about animal habitats at Acorn Pond, and manipulate weather variables with the Weather Machine
• Sammy also offers interactive, creative activities such as Make-A-Movie

Reviews (2)

Sammy's science house
This is an excellent pre school introduction to science. All three of my children loved it as preschoolers. I recommended it to my preschool teacher, who went to a teacher training where they raved about it. I love the sorting game, where the categories are flexible and fluid, where one item can belong in several bins. The movies are great for working with before and after, although there is only one solution, you can play it backwards! My children always loved that. It is a kind game, without violence or commercialization. One of the few games I'll let my preschooler play.

Sammy's Science House
I have not spent time yet with my grandson, now 4 years old, when he's played with his science educational toy....he is wholly into science and learning, so my guess is that he is enjoying the toy he received for the 4th birthday... ... Read more

Editorial Review

Jump on board the Magic School Bus for another one of Ms. Frizzle'sinteractive field trips--this time to explore the Costa Rican rain forest.You'll explore seven ecological zones in the rain forest as you collectsamples for the class science project. Watch videos, play games, check outmultimedia reports, and hear fun facts about the rain forest. ... Read more

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• CD-ROM

Reviews (23)

disappointing
My 4 year old son has been playing computer games for about 6 months and does really well at navigating the mouse and listening for instructions.I sit with him until I know he knows how to play.I can't leave him with this one.You have to search to find where you want to go and the information I think it gives on the dinosaurs is either below or above his level.He knows alot about dinosaurs and this doesn't expand on anything.I think maybe if it were a little more realistic...and the game gets stuck and acts slowly.

Great lessons on the ocean
This piece is great for kids. You should also consider the adventures of Captain -- Captain Jon's Island Adventure and Captain Jon Explores the Ocean.

Great game if you want to learn about marine biology!!
This is such a cool game!The Magic School Bus games are all quite good.I really like how you can visit many different ocean zones so you can see that not all parts of the ocean are alike.It is unique that you can "perform" your own science experiments on the same program that you can play fun games on.I like the game with the crab. :)
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• CD-ROM

Reviews (3)

Much Too Complex for 3 year olds
Although my daughter asks to play with this a lot (cute characters) she gets frustrated immediately with the navigation.Perhaps I'll hold on to it until she is 4+, but the material is too mature for her at 3 & 1/2.

terrific introduction to time and geography for little ones
This is our first Edmark product, but it won't be our last.This is a fine program with easy controls, a user-friendly interface, and fun educational activities.Kids can work on five tasks in one of two modes. For example, in Jellybean Hunt, your perspective is as an ant on a grid-patterned tablecloth.Jellybeans are scattered at various locations.In exploration mode, you can use arrows designated as relative directions (forward, left or right) or absolute directions (labelled N, S, E and W), to find jelly beans; in task mode, you are asked to get a particular jellybeanusing a specific arrow set. Trudy's Time and PLace
Once again Edmark keeps our kids happy with another outstanding product. I've seen kids from 3+ to 7 play this. Several different activities with both Q/A mode or explore mode keeps kids with varied levels of skills busy, entertained and learning. The games "grow" with the kids. Both educational and loads of fun, it's a must for all homes.Read more

Features

• DVD-Video
• Multi-sensory home learning system for grades 2 through 12
• Tutorials, lessons, tests, quizzes, video, audio books, and more
• Subjects include math, geography, history, science, reading, and English
• 200+ software titles; 20+ hours of DVD videos; 200+ hours of audio books
• 3 Merriam-Webster's dictionaries; Encyclopedia Britannica 2006

Editorial Review

When a bat named Batney Ears started singing like Britney Spears, not only were we hooked--we also learned about echolocation. Read more

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• CD-ROM
• Over 40 unique animals in 16 action packed activities
• Strange but true animal facts
• 4 exciting habitats around the worldWindows Requirements
• Windows XP, or 98/Me/2000
• Pentium (or equivalent) 233MHz or faster

Reviews (14)

educational and really holds their attention for hours
My daughters- five and six year old have really loved this CD. They play it everyday and have not yet got bored. I am very happy because they have picked up quite a lot of things about habitats and biomes. The catchy songs and the games that allow them into the world of animals in different biomes are very educational. They have not just educated the kids but their Mom (me) too!! The game has 3 levels- easy to hard and i dont think my girls are going to get bored of this one soon.I only wish the software also included deserts and the Asian continent to which we belong (we live in India). However, given that i have not found anything as good and fun for the kids, i would highly recommend this product to all moms ( Asian ones too!)

one of the best Jumpstart games
Jumpstart Animal Adventures is a fun, educational game. My 4 year old son loves the current music and funny music videos of the animals. The crab music video "Regeneration" (about defending your territory and occasionally losing a limb that grows back) makes me and my son giggle every time (think: a "clean" Green Day song).
Nice graphics, BAD music
The graphics are top notch, but the music is terrible.It feels like you're watching MTV or VH1, hip-hop, rap, rock.Do you really want to TRAIN your kids to be mindless, 24-hour-a-day MTV junkies AT THIS EARLY AGE?They will learn to like this type of music from their friends later, when they are ready.Why force it upon them now?Jumpstart could have provided more age appropriate music that is just as engaging, but they didn't.Just like many parents, they want to force kids to grow up too quickly. ... Read more

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• CD-ROM

Reviews (3)

Pure Magic
A while ago, before OS X was released, my mum and I saw this in a Noodle-Kid-Doodle store. It was only $10 so we decided to get it. As soon as I got home, I played it and fell in love with it. I recently re-discovered it and still love playing every puzzle.
This program would not work on any of my 3 computers!
This program seemed to start out fine, but consistently froze up and caused my computers (all three of them-I tried each!) to shut the program down.This program looks as though it would be really fun if I could get it to run! Uncle Albert's Magical Album a real gem
I loveto buy and playsoftware games with my girls. This wasRead more

Editorial Review

Kids travel to an alien planet and adventure through an unearthly land to reach Bioscopia, a deserted research station filled with exotic plants and trees and menacing robots. The player's mission is to rescue a young scientist, who's trapped in the station and seriously injured. To complete the mission and escape Bioscopia, kids have to learn about biology and apply that knowledge to solve Read more

Features

• CD-ROM
• Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP, Pentium 166MHz
• SVGA-graphics card (16-bit), sound card, 8x CD-ROM drive
• MAC OS ab 8.1, PowerPC, graphics card (32,768 colors), sound card, 8x CD-ROM drive
• 64MB RAM 120MB free hard drive space
• For Mac and PC

Reviews (4)

Just Skip This One and Go On to �Chemicus�
My wife and I, unfortunately, played the three existing �science edutainment� titles from Tivola, �Physicus�, �Bioscopia�, and �Chemicus�, out of order from their release sequence.We first played �Physicus� and enjoyed it but felt that it could have been much better.We then played �Chemicus� and felt that it truly was a much-improved game over �Physicus� in nearly every aspect (see my two reviews of these other games).Then we went back and played �Bioscopia�, which is actually the middle game of the triumvirate.We now wish we hadn�t gotten spoiled by jumping to �Chemicus� first, because �Bioscopia� is a whole lot more like its predecessor �Physicus�. Worked for me and was way cool.
Bioscopia worked on my computer running Windows XP.....I don't know what happened with other people....This game is awesome!Such cool graphics and totally fun to play.

Beware Windows 2000 and XP users
I have purchased Tivola software and it will not work on any other operating system then the ones listed. So if you are still running a Microsoft Wintendo OS then go ahead and get it. ... Read more

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Great game but can be a little challanging
This game is great! you get to go over music, geography and more! This game even features different troggles then ever. For example: Slimy replaces Zubb the grum from word munchers. The Pladipus replaces Spidy from the other Muncher games and so on. It's just so challanging! I justgot something to tell you. Don't compare Trivia Munchers To this game. Why? Cause it's the same game! (Knowledge munchers was formaly Trivia Munchers)Try it. You'll like it! ... Read more

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Follow that formula - solid, down to earth fun
The magic school bus series is brilliant. My son started with them when he turned four and each year he finds new ways of enjoying them. Follow that formula - solid, down to earth fun
The magic school bus series is brilliant. My son started with them when he turned four and each year he finds new ways of enjoying them. Read more

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• CD-ROM