Earobics Step 1
Earobics Step 1 PC CD clinically proven phonics language development program!
Children
Windows
Cognitive Concepts
1999
CD
$58.99
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EAROBICS STEP 1
Earobics Step 1 is an invaluable program that systematically develops auditory processing skills that are vital to success in reading, spelling, and language skills. The program is engaging, powerful, and highly effective. Every child who is about to or in the midst of learning to read can benefit greatly from this program. This program is the first step in the Earobics series that focuses on developing listening skills, phonological awareness, and auditory processing skills. Included are 6 interactive exercises, most of which are hosted by friendly and encouraging cartoon characters.
At sign-in, the player can select one of 3 difficulty levels (beginning, intermediate, or advanced) for the program. It is easy to see a child's progress, as there is a visual representation of the proportion of the total exercises completed for each activity (pictured at right). Players see this every time they select a new activity and many will be quite motivated to fill in the slots on this screen. An icon that takes you to an Options screen is present on all the activity screens, which allows a player to pause their game or to exit the program.
The 6 activities are as follows:
-Karloon's Balloons (larger picture above) involves listening to sounds and clicking on the correct objects associated with these sounds. At the basic level, kids simply click on sounds given the grid of pictures. As they progress, they listen to sound sequences and must repeat them. Later, they are not shown the pictures until after the sounds have played. More complicated situations are gradually introduced as players progress.
-In C.C. Coal Car, kids are presented with a sound (such as "long e"), then hear different sounds or words and must determine whether what they heard is that sound or not. In our long "e" example, words may be "shut" or "bleach". With success, each train car is filled with coal. As the child progresses, more challenging sounds are presented, and kids must also determine the position of the sound in words (beginning, middle, or end).
-Rap-A-Tap-Tap involves listening to a series of drum beats and clicking the mouse the correct number of times to reproduce the same sequence. The game becomes more challenging when the drum beats are presented closer together, and again, when drum beats are replaced with speech sounds and syllables. Kids are rewarded after each success with a short music interlude.
-In Caterpillar Connection, Katy Pillar is disconnected — there is a small word or sound attached to each part of her caterpillar body, and when they are put together, they combine to make a compound word (and later, the words are broken down into syllables) that kids must identify by clicking on the correct picture. As kids display mastery, the words become increasingly similar (such as "dollhouse" and "doghouse"), and the time lag between the spoken word parts increases. Additionally, when syllables and sounds need to be blended together, the number of sounds in a word increases as kids advance.
-At the beginning of Rhyme Time, a number of frogs (starting with 3 and gradually advancing to 5) each say a word and kids must identify the one that does not rhyme. Later, kids are asked which frog said a word that rhymes with the given word. In both types of exercises, more frogs are gradually added and background swamp noise is introduced to increase the challenge.
The first type of activity presented in Basket Full of Eggs requires kids to click on the pair of same-colored hens when they hear a pair of sounds that are the same, and to click on the white and brown hen couple when the sounds they hear are different. The vowel sounds presented become increasingly similar as the child progresses.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
Earobics Step 1 is an invaluable program that systematically develops auditory processing skills that are vital to success in reading, spelling, and language skills. The program is engaging, powerful, and highly effective. Every child who is about to or in the midst of learning to read can benefit greatly from this program. This program is the first step in the Earobics series that focuses on developing listening skills, phonological awareness, and auditory processing skills. Included are 6 interactive exercises, most of which are hosted by friendly and encouraging cartoon characters.
At sign-in, the player can select one of 3 difficulty levels (beginning, intermediate, or advanced) for the program. It is easy to see a child's progress, as there is a visual representation of the proportion of the total exercises completed for each activity (pictured at right). Players see this every time they select a new activity and many will be quite motivated to fill in the slots on this screen. An icon that takes you to an Options screen is present on all the activity screens, which allows a player to pause their game or to exit the program.
The 6 activities are as follows:
-Karloon's Balloons (larger picture above) involves listening to sounds and clicking on the correct objects associated with these sounds. At the basic level, kids simply click on sounds given the grid of pictures. As they progress, they listen to sound sequences and must repeat them. Later, they are not shown the pictures until after the sounds have played. More complicated situations are gradually introduced as players progress.
-In C.C. Coal Car, kids are presented with a sound (such as "long e"), then hear different sounds or words and must determine whether what they heard is that sound or not. In our long "e" example, words may be "shut" or "bleach". With success, each train car is filled with coal. As the child progresses, more challenging sounds are presented, and kids must also determine the position of the sound in words (beginning, middle, or end).
-Rap-A-Tap-Tap involves listening to a series of drum beats and clicking the mouse the correct number of times to reproduce the same sequence. The game becomes more challenging when the drum beats are presented closer together, and again, when drum beats are replaced with speech sounds and syllables. Kids are rewarded after each success with a short music interlude.
-In Caterpillar Connection, Katy Pillar is disconnected — there is a small word or sound attached to each part of her caterpillar body, and when they are put together, they combine to make a compound word (and later, the words are broken down into syllables) that kids must identify by clicking on the correct picture. As kids display mastery, the words become increasingly similar (such as "dollhouse" and "doghouse"), and the time lag between the spoken word parts increases. Additionally, when syllables and sounds need to be blended together, the number of sounds in a word increases as kids advance.
-At the beginning of Rhyme Time, a number of frogs (starting with 3 and gradually advancing to 5) each say a word and kids must identify the one that does not rhyme. Later, kids are asked which frog said a word that rhymes with the given word. In both types of exercises, more frogs are gradually added and background swamp noise is introduced to increase the challenge.
The first type of activity presented in Basket Full of Eggs requires kids to click on the pair of same-colored hens when they hear a pair of sounds that are the same, and to click on the white and brown hen couple when the sounds they hear are different. The vowel sounds presented become increasingly similar as the child progresses.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
