| BABES IN TOYLAND by MGM
interactive . Encourages kids three to eight to embark on an interactive adventure
helping Santa Claus find missing toys as they interact with the legendary Mother goose
characters of Toyland. You journey through nine worlds working with shapes, colors and
numbers. About $35. |
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| THE AMERICAN GIRLS PREMIERE by Pleasant
CompanyÒ . Develop and direct your own plays starring any
one of the five American Girl characters. Designed to encourage creative expression and to
develop storytelling and writing skills. Its historical accuracy provides insights into
what life was like growing up during five different American eras. About $35. |
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| CURIOUS GEORGEÒ
LEARNS PHONICS by Houghton Mifflin Interactive. Invites children ages four to
six to follow Curious George around the circus, sing along with Sammy the Seal and more.
Six games and activities help children learn about letter names, sounds and associations.
Each activity is designed to help children develop early reading skills through fun and
engaging games and stories. About $ 40. |
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| MAGICBATON JR. by PFU Limited.
Encourages children to explore the wonderful world of music through familiar songs. By
using the mouse much like a conductor would use a baton, children are able to control the
speed and rhythm of the songs. Children can personalize their own musical pieces simply by
waving their hands or by creating original animations with a full set of drawing tools.
About $35. |
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| FIN FIN ON TEO, THE MAGIC PLANET by
Fujitsu. Fin FinÒ , a lovable dolphin-bird who lives on
an earth-like planet called Teo, is an interactive virtual companion with
"feelings." He responds to kindness with joy and friendship, and to fear and
sadness. Thus, Fin Fin can actually form a relationship-whether good or bad-with people.
About $55. |
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| BACKYARD BASEBALLÔ
by Humongous Entertainment A real sports simulation game where kids are the
stars. Play a game, take batting practice, or just be a spectator. Kids can select their
team name and colors, mascot, and their own set of nine players. Each player is
hand-animated in every position so kids can set their own strategies by placing the
players anywhere on the field. Attention span and coordination are just a few of the
quirks that kids learn about as they play. About $35. |
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| THE CAT IN THE HAT by Living
Books.Ò Pictures turn into puzzles, the devious duo Thing
One and Thing Two leap to life and the Cat entertains with his daring tricks and wild
antics. There are dozens of hot spots and pop-up activities found on every page. Packed
with amusement and learning, this CD-ROM will strengthen children’s love of reading.
About $35. |
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| MADELINEÔ
CLASSROOM COMPANION: 1ST.& 2ND. GRADE by Creative Wonders
Ô .Teaches children ages 5 through 8 essential 1st.
and 2nd. grade skills, including reading, math, science, language and social
studies. Visit Madeline’s favorite places in Paris. At the Post Office you can send
postcards around the world by counting money and making change. With Madeline’s
spunky personality and "can do" attitude, she is a positive role model for young
children. About $35 |
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| THE MONOPOLYÒ
GAME: STAR WARSÔ EDITION by Parker Brothers. All
the famous game elements of the world’s most popular board game have been transported
into a galaxy far, far away! Instead of houses and hotels, claim your properties with
X-wing fighters, Millennium Falcons, Tie Fighters and Star Destroyers. Sure to appeal to
all who love these classic movies and game. Ages 8 and up. About $30. |
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CRAYOLA MAGIC
WARDROBE Ô by IBMÒ . Travel
back in time through an enchanting wardrobe. Each drawer offers a passage to a different
historical time period filled with authentic clothing girls color, decorate and dress on
their doll. In addition, each time period features several creative activities that are
designed to help girls learn more about what is was like to live in that era while
reinforcing important skills such as reading and writing. About $30. |
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| STAR TREKÔ
CAPTAIN’S CHAIR by Simon & Schuster Interactive. Users are free
to roam the virtual bridge with all the detail of the long-lost original set. Throughout
this product Star Trek fans will discover more than 1500 hot spots, activating starship
functions, data displays and surprise components. About $35. |
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