School Zone Grade 1 Math

Reviewed by Cynthia A. Sorrels
Published by School Zone Interactive

Age Group: Age 4 to 8
Type: Math, Worksheet Creation
Price: $20

PC version requires:
Windows 95, 98, 32M RAM, P166, 50M hard drive, CDx4

Mac version requires:
OS 7.6.1, 32M RAM, PowerPC 150MHz, 50M hard drive, CDx4

Description:

Grade 1 Math is an electronic workbook based on the School Zone workbook series. It covers the basic math concepts for this age group and provides clear examples and activities, along with games that can be played as a break between working through the pages.

Features:

  • Age appropriate concepts presented in a clear manner.
  • Instant grading
  • Games provide a break.
  • Personalized printouts for extra skills practice.

Techncial Aspects:

We installed and ran this program in an iMac DV SE with a G3 processor, 128M RAM but we've tried other titles in this series on PCs and iMacs with less processing speed and they ran with no problems. The bright animations add to the fun.

Report and Conclusions:

As a home educator, I'm so glad to see these programs on the market! They combine the learning of traditional methods with the speed of technology. The CD-ROM and workbook are nicely integrated, and your kids will enjoy using them as much as mine have! This is a good balance of work, interactive activities and fun.