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Uncover the planet s secrets amp; collect useful clues to unlock the mystery! Product Information The ClueFinders are transported across the galaxy to rescue a dying planet from the grasp of the sorceress Malicia.nbsp; Travel from crystal caverns to mystic mountains to the top of Mount Valdrok. Explore and decipher suspicious objects. Investigate mysterious caverns to find the missing amulet.nbsp; It s up to you and The ClueFinders to uncover the planet s secrets and collect useful clues to unlock the mystery. But beware - not all is as it appears! The mystery solving doesn t stop when you leave the computer!nbsp; Customized workbooks on the CD and 50 printable activities travel with you in the car in the bus - wherever you are.nbsp; And you ll know which areas deserve praise or need improvement with the progress reports. nbsp; Skills Learned Reading Comprehension Reading for Meaning Reading for Detail Using Context Clues Analyzing Information Making Inferences Drawing Conclusions Spelling Spelling Patterns amp; Rules Vocabulary Antonyms Synonyms Homonyms Definitions Prefixes Suffixes Grammar Parts of Speech Sentence Structure Critical Thinking Analogies Sequencing Categories Attributes Problem Solving Hypothesis Testing Logical Reasoning Following Directions Ordering Activities Include nbsp; Master 25 Essential Reading Skills Children ages 9-12 build reading comprehension spelling grammar vocabulary and critical thinking skills while searching for clues to save the planet from destruction. Prove you re worthy of the cryptic clues by learning: Reading Comprehension Carefully read the ancient stories to free the Sorrens trapped in stone. Spelling Use knowledge of common spelling patterns to unlock the gates of Mount Valdrok. Grammar Guide the stones into the correct columns to gain clues. Critical Thinking Catch the precious lava rock with the analogy that doesn t belong. Product Features 4 Skill Levels Action-Packed Arcade and Problem Solving Play Detailed Help Customized Workbooks on the CD-ROM Printable Activities nbsp;nbsp; Educational Feature Now with the new A.D.A.P.T. Learning Technology! nbsp; A.D.A.P.T. Learning Technology is a dynamic system that continually adjusts the program to match each player s growing abilities. A.D.A.P.T. effectively builds skills confidence and a lifelong love of learning. A. Assesses Abilities - A fun activity assesses each player s skills. It then starts the learning adventure at the right skill level in each program area. D. Develops Skills - Each activity is tailored to each player s individual progress. A. Adjusts Levels - Skill levels are automatically adjusted to match each player s growing abilities so learning is always stimulating never frustrating. P. Provides Help - The program s characters act as personal tutors offering detailed learning help when needed. T. Tracks Progress - Every skill is monitored to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses. A.D.A.P.T. helps players make progress in the areas they need the most. nbsp; Windows Requirements Windows 95 98 Me 2000 XP Vistanbsp; 486DX/66 MHz or better 16 MB of RAM 22 MB free Hard Disk Space 256 color SVGA monitor 4X CD-ROM Drive or faster Windows compatible Sound Card and Speakers Mouse Internet access recommended Macintosh Requirements PowerPC or better System 7.1 or higher 16 MB of RAM 22 MB free Hard Disk Space 256 color graphics capability 13quot; or larger color monitor 4X CD-ROM Drive or faster Mouse Internet access recommended
