Core Learning is a publisher of educational software, books, multi-curricular projects and on-line learning applications. Their mission is “to provide effective learning solutions for the development of fundamental knowledge and skills. Its primary focus of skill development is in areas that both support higher order thinking but also provide important life skills.”
The Crayola Art Studio CD was tried out by my ultra-crafty son, the one who can construct anything from tape and cardboard. I determined that his critique would have the most credibility of the four kids.
I’m happy to announce that this CD received two thumbs up from Crafty Boy. Our conversation at the beginning went something like this:
Me: Hey G, I’ve got a new CD I want you to check out.
G: OK.
Me (two hours later): G, are you still trying out that new CD?
G: Oh yeah, Mom, this is so much fun. Look at what all you can do!!
So it is definitely a keeper.
A few details about the CD: It is very user friendly, geared for even the younger set. There are two levels, one with the whole array of tools and the other more simple that younger kids won’t be frustrated with it. There are also twelve different “realistic” artistic tools, from chalk and crayon, to oil pastels and water colors. The term “realistic” is very literal. When using the crayons, the color goes on like a crayon. When painting with water colors, the color goes on like water colors. It is very cool.
There are many features of this CD, and I felt like we have only begun to discover all of its many uses. The CD retails for $24.95 from Core Learning. If you’d like to read other reviews of this product, then check out the TOS Homeschool Crew page!
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