‘CD-ROM Roundup’ is a regular KidScreen feature that profiles CD-ROMs aimed at children anywhere from preschool to late teen that will be hitting retail stores in the coming months. By Andrea Davis (416-408-2300 (phone), 416-408-0870 (fax) or davis@brunico.com)
Name, Publisher & Developer | Classroom Companion Series: Madeline Thinking Games Deluxe Creative Wonders, Redwood City, California | Schoolhouse Rock 3rd & 4th Grade Essentials Creative Wonders, Redwood City, California |
Release Date | February | February |
Storyline | The 2-CD title allows children to build their problem-solving skills as they explore Madeline’s schoolhouse full of games and activities. Children also apply their thinking skills as they travel with Madeline on problem-solving adventures through France, Italy, Switzerland and Turkey. | Features 2 CD-ROMs with over 70 activities in math, language arts, social studies and science. Title includes dozens of printable activities, multiplayer games, as well as 13 Schoolhouse Rock videos. |
Platforms | Windows 95, Windows 3.1 | Windows 95, Windows 3.1, Macintosh |
Target Audience | 5 to 9 | 8 to 10 |
Estimated Street Price (US$$) | $34.95 | $34.95 |