Preparing for Higher Mathematics

By the time a child reaches middle school, he or she should have mastered all the basic skills necessary to conquer more advanced mathematical concepts.  As they begin to approach higher math, it can become overwhelming quite quickly.  It's easy to get left behind and get lost in the shuffle.  At Learning Is Fun Store we have a variety of math software designed to give middle school kids a helping hand and the additional practice they need to get a good grasp.

One program that is very helpful for students comes from SelectSoft Publishing, the Speedstudy series.  This software is designed by educators and is presented in a fun, multimedia environment.  Math concepts are explained in step-by-step animations and real time quizzes reinforce learning.  To reinforce skills such as area and perimeter, decimals, fractions, percentages and statistics, Speedstudy 6th Grade Math is a good solution.

Speedstudy 7th Grade Advanced Math and Speedstudy 8th Grade Math Advanced will introduce your child to pre-algebra and algebra and give them a firm understanding of equations, positive and negative numbers, vectors, square roots and much more.  These programs will help take the stress out of learning math and give them the confidence that they need to succeed.  We invite you to come visit our website for more software solutions that will grow with your child.

Silly Fun for All

At Learning Is Fun Store, we have a large selection of educational software.  However, we also believe it's important to sometimes just get silly, forget your cares and have a good time.  We've tried to gather some games that both kids and adults can enjoy.  For a little prehistoric amusement, Caveman Antics will have you using your brains to keep ahead of devious dragons, mad mushrooms and blue goblins while gathering objects you need to win the game.  It has a special easy level designed just for kids.

For outrageous fun that the whole family can enjoy, pick your sheep and get ready for Champion Sheep Rally.  These normally mild-mannered creatures show a whole different side when they're racing each other.  Watch as they try to take each other out by catapulting chickens or use jet-packs to get to the front of the herd.  Eight different tracks and eleven different sheep to pick from make it continuously exciting.

You'll laugh out loud when you adventure with Super Granny 3.  You have to help Granny rescue her precious kitties who have been catnapped and taken to an amusement park.  Sprint through five different themed areas along with Granny in her super sneakers.  Solve puzzles and complete stunts to gather them up before her enemies can.

Let's Learn - Abstract Concepts Made Easy

Teaching children about objects and things that actually represent something entirely different can be a difficult task.  Take money, for instance - it is something that we place an abstract value and importance on, but, why?  Couldn't we use rocks for trade, why does paper money spend, what about credit cards?  Part of  a wonderful series called Let's Learn, is Let's Learn: Money and Economics which answers all this and more.

Each Let's Learn software deals with what are seemingly easy concepts, until you try to explain them.  They each have three levels of difficulty; easy, medium and hard.  The easy level introduces the basic concepts, then as children progress, there are advanced concepts tackled.  There are games and quizzes specially designed to keep them engaged so they learn more.

Let's Learn: Time and Date teaches kids all about hours, minutes, seconds, days, weeks, and all the basics.  Beyond that, it will explain how and why these measurements work, the history of time measurement and why we have time zones.  Let's Learn: Temperature and Weather explains what makes weather, all about how temperature is measured, and includes the history behind the science along with interesting facts.  We welcome your visit to Learning Is Fun Store for this software and other titles in this series.

Basic Skills for Toddlers

Young children are like little sponges soaking up as much information as they can.  As they are learning and exploring the world around them they can be so much fun to teach.  Everything is so new to them and their curiosity is endless - that can get to be a little frustrating at times.  At Learning Is Fun Store we have a selection of entertaining and practical software that will engage and educate your toddler.  They will become familiar with computers and get a good grasp of skills they will need before they start school.

A nice combination package of software titles is Adventure Workshop Toddler 9th Edition.  This has some of the most loved software, by parents and toddlers alike, available.  Included are Bailey's Book House for ABC fun and pre-reading development.  Sammy's Science House will introduce youngsters to facts about animals, plants and weather.  It also includes Reader Rabbit Toddler and Arthur's Preschool, both provide a wealth of learning fun and activities.

Both youngsters and parents adore Walt Disney characters.  Disney Fun and Skills Pack - Preschool to 1st Grade is loaded with skill-building activities and early lessons.  Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh and Brother Bear will have your little one learning about shapes, words, vocabulary, spatial awareness and the ability to follow directions with four fun-filled discs.

Adventures for Kids

Adventure software designed for kids is a great way to encourage them to think and use their imaginations.  They can pretend that they are the exciting characters visiting exotic locations.  While children are having fun, they are also exercising their grey matter and discovering that puzzle solving can be a rewarding experience.  At Learning Is Fun Store, we have a wide variety of thinking games that will take kids on outrageous adventures.

A favorite amongst children is a character called SPY Fox.  Those of us who are fans of James Bond can truly appreciate this character.  SPY Fox prefers his moo juice shaken, not stirred, and is always with his faithful companions Monkey Penny and Professor Quack, the supplier of his quirky gadgets.  Your child will love going along on his missions including; SPY Fox in Cheese Chase, SPY Fox in Dry Cereal and SPY Fox Operation Ozone.

If you want to introduce your child to the fun that a great mystery story can be, Scooby-Doo is a wonderful way for the journey to begin.  Every child, and adult for that matter, loves that adorable character.  Scooby- Doo and the gang have some awesome adventures in Scooby-Doo - Showdown in Ghost Town and Scooby-Doo - The Glowing Bug Man.  The story lines are just spooky enough to be exciting for children without being too much.

Understanding Our Government

It is the responsibility of all U.S. citizens to have an understanding of how and why our government works.  When you listen to the news, it can be very difficult to comprehend the lack of knowledge displayed.  Even politicians are guilty of not understanding the Constitution, something that was taught when we were in school.  At Learning Is Fun Store, we have software that will help prepare your children for their future duties.

High Achiever - U.S. Government is a curriculum standards based program with 108 lessons and interactive quiz questions.  It begins with explaining the documents that our country was founded on, explains the principles of American democracy, promotes an understanding of Constitutional Rights, the branches of government, the Supreme Court and states rights.

Speedstudy U.S. Government is another wonderful program that is also standards based with an entertaining multimedia approach.  Every concept is explained is an easy to understand, step-by-step format.  This software covers all the basics along with a look at how media influences the government and a look at how political campaigns function.

Get Ready For Spring Gardens

It's been a terrible winter all across this country and we're all looking forward to spring.  Nothing helps bring a sense of warmth and color to a home or yard like plants and flowers.  If you are stuck indoors, plants help keep away the winter blues, they are good for your indoor environment and can make a great addition to your decor.  When spring comes, outdoor gardening is good for the body and soul while beautifying your home environment.

At Learning Is Fun Store, we have some software that will help you achieve the garden of your dreams, even if you have a brown thumb.  Easy Indoor Gardening will help you choose the right plants and has helpful advice on the care that they need along with lighting conditions.  While you are waiting for the weather to break, start planning with Garden and Deck Floorplan 3D.  You can design your outdoor space like a professional with simple tools that let you walk through your ideas in a 3D world.

Then, when it's finally time to get started, Easy Outdoor Gardening is packed with information, videos and photos.  It's not just about flowers and shrubs, but, also includes tips about growing fruits, vegetables and herbs along with container and balcony gardening.  Easy to follow instructions will help put you on the proverbial garden path.