Computer

We’ve looked at most of the popular software for our four-year old daughter. For the most part, the selection and quality has been disappointing. “Arthur’s Computer Adventure” was a welcome departure from the poorly produced Macromedia Director numbers that other companies are selling out there. The entire product was enjoyable from start to finish. The best feature is the play while you read portion of the software that allows the kids to follow-along while the book is read, then interact with the many amusing clickable areas of the pages. Captivating, well-designed, and at the top of my recommended list.

1.0 out of 5 stars
CD Compatibility
Arthurs Computer Adventure Ages 3-7 CD software is not compatible with my Windows XP software, even though the package states it is compatible!

4.0 out of 5 stars
Very entertaining game for toddlers
My 3 and half year old loves this game. I’ve showed him twice how to use it, and since then he’s using it by himself.

My 9 year-old son and my 3 year-old daughter both love this game. They play it together taking turns with different parts of it. My daughter still needs help in the store making change to buy the different clothes and some times will get frustrated when adding ingredients to make the recipes, but luckily her big brother helps her with this part. It isn’t difficult, but you need to be able to count things out. The recipes ask for 3 eggs, etc so all you need to do is find the group of eggs (and there is exactly the amount the recipe asks for) and drag them into the mixing bowl. This game has several different things to do in it, both fun and educational. It is also set up like a story book so you go through different pages and click on certain objects and they do funny things. The kids LOVE that!

1.0 out of 5 stars
Not compatible on new Mac’s (with Intel processors)
This is advertised as being Mac compatible, but unless your Mac is very old, it will not work.

My Grandchild has this marvelous game. While visiting we spent several hours playing and interacting. I was impressed with the amount of information and most of all, the fun she enjoyed while using this computer game. The characters are cute and have enough naughtiness to entertain a child. There is positive reinforcement as each level is reached. Oh, how I wish that I had been able to have the wonderful tools to use when my own children were growing up. I must add…..How important it is to have the parent’s interest and interaction, as well as the toys. So very important..! gramma Char

2.0 out of 5 stars
Low Educational Value & System Compatibility Issues Mac and PCIf you are a Mac User – please be aware that this title is incompatible with all newer Apple Macintosh computers.

4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun for all ages!
This game entertains all of my kids from age 3 to 12. Also, like all Arthur stories, the kids learn a good moral lesson through playing the game.

4.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of fun
I would rate this a high three or a low four on the rating scale. This is not the most educational computer game available. Some learning will happen when you play this game.

5.0 out of 5 stars
Great interactive learning experience for pre- & beginning readers!
I’m a reading educator and highly recommend this product as a natural, enjoyable way to enter the realm of reading.

1.0 out of 5 stars
Not very educational
I bought this software after reading the reviews. Yes, this game is fun and my sons love to play it. But, that is all it is. Mostly they are just games.

4.0 out of 5 stars
very good
i like arthurs show and books but this is my first game of arthur. i have 3 sisters and a brother so its hard to get to the computer because its always “taken” but this a great…

5.0 out of 5 stars
Autistic Kid Loves It
This is my 7-year old daughter’s alltime favorite, among many CD-ROM’s we have for her now.
We got it in the 3-pack version along with Little Bear’s Rainy Day…

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