The following list presents some of the best educational software on the market today, organized by age group. The publishers' Web site addresses are included, so you can log onto the Internet to find out more about each program. tip
Early LearningEarly learning software is designed for your very youngest children infant (or as soon as they can use a mouse) to preschool age. Most of this software is as fun as it is educational, with lots of brightly colored characters and fun music.
ElementaryEducational software for elementary age children (K-6) introduces solid instructional technique, while still keeping things fun and lively.
Figure 19.1 shows one of the fun lessons in Math Blaster. Story problems were never this fun when I was a kid! Figure 19.1. The fun way to learn mathematics skills Math Blaster!High SchoolEducational software for junior high and high school kids is typically heavier on the education and lighter on the fun and games. This software is particularly helpful if your child is having trouble in a particular subject; it's like having a dedicated tutor on your PC.
Continuing EducationContinuing education software is for students of all ages equally valuable for a 40-year-old adult as for an ambitious high schooler. Particularly popular are language education programs, as well as typing tutors.
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