Shelley Duvall's It's A Bird's Life
Shelley Duvall's It's A Bird's Life PC CD search find story objects learn game!
Children
Windows
Sanctuary Weeds
1993
CD
$3.49
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SHELLEY DUVALL'S IT'S A BIRD'S LIFE
This fun program is organized into 4 parts:
* Get a story -- A story about Shelley Duval, her husband and their birds is divided into 4 chapters, each about 20 pages long. You get one graphic per page and then click on the bird's right wing to continue to the next page. The story moves VERY SLOWLY and I couldn't go through the entire thing. I asked Kristina if she had ever made it to the end and she had not. The neat thing about the story is the "hyperlinks." Kids can click on these links after the story page is read and get short descriptions of the highlighted phrases. Just like us big "kids!"
* Characters -- Learn about 10 different birds. A short description is given by the bird so you'll learn all about the different personalities birds can have. They are cleverly written and full of humor.
* Games -- Have fun playing 5 different games:
-- Shell game. Kristina's favorite. The old peanut under the shell game is now online! But try to follow which shell the nut is hiding under here! You have complete control over flips and speed and at the fastest, you can only guess where that peanut is!
-- Connect the dots. Another neat game to help little ones learn their numbers. Simply click on the numbers in the right order and the dots are automatically connected. The numbers go up into the 20s most times. When they're finished with a picture, the outline is filled in and most often, it's (you guessed it!) a bird!
-- Object search. Kristina said this one is easy! And it was. See an item and then find it in the picture. For a 6 year old this was too easy and a little boring. For younger kids, they would delight doing this activity.
-- Puzzles. Online jigsaw puzzles of interesting things and places. Kids drag the pieces one by one and place them in the correct positions. The puzzles we worked on were 12 pieces and mildly challenging to a 6 year old. She had fun doing them though, and even her puzzle addicted mother kept going in this section a while.
-- Coloring book. Color different birds using a small palette of colors. Kids can mix colors together by adding them to the bird. The neatest thing of all here is the rainbow effect. After coloring in the bird with different colors, click on the rainbow and see how the colors cycle through the bird. Too cool!
* Singalongs -- Learn 11 songs by clicking on the title and reading the words as the songs are sung with musical accompaniment. Fun graphics are included, although there's very little animation. Most of the songs are about birds or dogs, but there very cute. Check out the last one, Bird's of a Feather -- Kristina's and my favorite song!
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
This fun program is organized into 4 parts:
* Get a story -- A story about Shelley Duval, her husband and their birds is divided into 4 chapters, each about 20 pages long. You get one graphic per page and then click on the bird's right wing to continue to the next page. The story moves VERY SLOWLY and I couldn't go through the entire thing. I asked Kristina if she had ever made it to the end and she had not. The neat thing about the story is the "hyperlinks." Kids can click on these links after the story page is read and get short descriptions of the highlighted phrases. Just like us big "kids!"
* Characters -- Learn about 10 different birds. A short description is given by the bird so you'll learn all about the different personalities birds can have. They are cleverly written and full of humor.
* Games -- Have fun playing 5 different games:
-- Shell game. Kristina's favorite. The old peanut under the shell game is now online! But try to follow which shell the nut is hiding under here! You have complete control over flips and speed and at the fastest, you can only guess where that peanut is!
-- Connect the dots. Another neat game to help little ones learn their numbers. Simply click on the numbers in the right order and the dots are automatically connected. The numbers go up into the 20s most times. When they're finished with a picture, the outline is filled in and most often, it's (you guessed it!) a bird!
-- Object search. Kristina said this one is easy! And it was. See an item and then find it in the picture. For a 6 year old this was too easy and a little boring. For younger kids, they would delight doing this activity.
-- Puzzles. Online jigsaw puzzles of interesting things and places. Kids drag the pieces one by one and place them in the correct positions. The puzzles we worked on were 12 pieces and mildly challenging to a 6 year old. She had fun doing them though, and even her puzzle addicted mother kept going in this section a while.
-- Coloring book. Color different birds using a small palette of colors. Kids can mix colors together by adding them to the bird. The neatest thing of all here is the rainbow effect. After coloring in the bird with different colors, click on the rainbow and see how the colors cycle through the bird. Too cool!
* Singalongs -- Learn 11 songs by clicking on the title and reading the words as the songs are sung with musical accompaniment. Fun graphics are included, although there's very little animation. Most of the songs are about birds or dogs, but there very cute. Check out the last one, Bird's of a Feather -- Kristina's and my favorite song!
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.
