Tesselmania!
Tesselmania! PC MAC CD children's creativity for mathematics & art design tool!
Children
Windows/Mac
Mecc
1995
CD
$5.48
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TESSELMANIA!
Tesselmania is a piece of software that defies traditional classifications. Described in recent catalogs as a creativity tool, Tesselmania takes the mathematical idea of tessellation-repeated intricate interlocking shapes-and applies it to artistic design endeavors in the spirit of the artist M.C. Escher. But here is the bottom line on this software. It is a cool tool for children to use to create engaging patterns, as easy to use as a paint program.
In the main part of the program, students reshape a tile into whatever design they choose that will still tessellate. To accomplish this they use the "push pin" tool, which acts as if the lines on the tile were string, and the student is putting a bunch of pins in place to create a new string design. The perimeter of the tile can be reshaped in many ways. There are, however, certain shapes which will not tessellate. If the student inadvertently tries to make one of these shapes, the program adjusts the tile back to one that will tessellate.
Then the program provides a typical set of paint tools for the student to use to decorate their tessellating tile. These tools include things such as a fill tool which fills the tile space with color or pattern, a stamp tool which allows the student to stamp particular shapes (including eyes and mouths), and various circle and rectangle drawing tools which allow the student to draw different features. Once the tile has been shaped and decorated, a click of the mouse tessellates the single tile into an intricate pattern. Menu options allow the designer to choose contrasting colors or the same colors in creating the design. Other buttons allow the student to see how they created their tile, and then how it was tessellated to create their design. This latter sequence plays back as an animation the student can put into a slide show and watch at varying speeds. These features allow the student not only to create intricate and interesting designs, but to see just how they were created through various kinds of tiling, or tessellating. After a design has been created, the original tile can be easily altered both in shape and in decoration, enabling students to easily play around and modify their designs and explore different variations.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) / Mac (Power Macintosh: OS 9 or Below) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
Tesselmania is a piece of software that defies traditional classifications. Described in recent catalogs as a creativity tool, Tesselmania takes the mathematical idea of tessellation-repeated intricate interlocking shapes-and applies it to artistic design endeavors in the spirit of the artist M.C. Escher. But here is the bottom line on this software. It is a cool tool for children to use to create engaging patterns, as easy to use as a paint program.
In the main part of the program, students reshape a tile into whatever design they choose that will still tessellate. To accomplish this they use the "push pin" tool, which acts as if the lines on the tile were string, and the student is putting a bunch of pins in place to create a new string design. The perimeter of the tile can be reshaped in many ways. There are, however, certain shapes which will not tessellate. If the student inadvertently tries to make one of these shapes, the program adjusts the tile back to one that will tessellate.
Then the program provides a typical set of paint tools for the student to use to decorate their tessellating tile. These tools include things such as a fill tool which fills the tile space with color or pattern, a stamp tool which allows the student to stamp particular shapes (including eyes and mouths), and various circle and rectangle drawing tools which allow the student to draw different features. Once the tile has been shaped and decorated, a click of the mouse tessellates the single tile into an intricate pattern. Menu options allow the designer to choose contrasting colors or the same colors in creating the design. Other buttons allow the student to see how they created their tile, and then how it was tessellated to create their design. This latter sequence plays back as an animation the student can put into a slide show and watch at varying speeds. These features allow the student not only to create intricate and interesting designs, but to see just how they were created through various kinds of tiling, or tessellating. After a design has been created, the original tile can be easily altered both in shape and in decoration, enabling students to easily play around and modify their designs and explore different variations.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) / Mac (Power Macintosh: OS 9 or Below) [*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.
