Middle School Advantage 2009

I'm not sure why the other reviewer had problems loading this set onto their computer. I loaded the set fine with absolutely no problems. Since this version is the 2009, I'm not sure how the other reviewer could possibly have purchased it two years ago, but maybe I misread what was written.

Anyway, this set is wonderful! It is a great accompaniment 2 formal instruction & a fun way 4 kids 2 learn. The language portion is worth the price in & of itself. Similiar 2 Rosetta Stone except without the pictures & a lot less costly. A wide variety of subjects are covered & the iPOD materials that are downloadable are a wonderful addition. Quizzes are included in each section 2 help determine comprehension. Also included as a bonus is the Encyclopaedia Brittanica Ready Reference. The only thing we didn't care 4 was the bonus game Runes of Avalon. It has a mystical storyline, supposedly based on Merlin & Morganna from King Arthur, but it was really sort of weird. Overall, I highly recommend this product 4 anyone wanting a supplement 2 their current curriculum.

I purchased this product two years ago & it didn't load or work. Since my laptop was so-so, I blamed the laptop. Now I just got a new laptop & the only program which does not load is this new Advatage 2009. Don't buy any products from Encore/Advantage. I put the **** in the garbage.

Teach your children just how much fun learning can be with Middle School Advantage 2009. This comprehensive educational resource provides lessons in math, language arts & more 2 help your child build his or her skills in core middle school subjects. As students play games & tackle challenging activities, they not only will reinforce what they've learned in school, they'll deepen their appreciation 4 the subjects & their enjoyment of learning in general. Middle School Advantage offers fun, interactive lessons in more than 14 subjects. Your child will master basic & more complex math skills, deepen his or her understanding of life cycles & developmental processes, improve written & verbal skills, learn the basics of four foreign languages & more. With the help of extras, such as the Encyclopedia Britannica Ready Reference, Apple iPod study materials & a student organizer, students will be armed with the tools they need 2 deepen their knowledge. Additionally, there are also after-school extras, including music downloads, mobile games, ringtones & logic-building puzzle games.

Improves verbal & written skills, including vocabulary, grammar, reading & writing Teaches how 2 speak, read & write basic Spanish, French, German & Italian using a comprehensive flash card system Ages 11-14

Help your child secure a solid academic foundation with Middle School Advantage, a complete student resource center featuring fun & interactive state standards-driven lessons & activities. Middle School Advantage reinforces classroom learning with over 14 subjects, & student extras like Encyclopedia Britannica Ready Reference, iPod study materials & a student organizer. PLUS after school extras like music downloads, mobile games & ringtones, logic-building puzzle games & more! Develop fundamental Math & English skills through interactive exercises. Understand Science & History & their impact on the world today. Enjoy Foreign Language lessons in Spanish, French, German & Italian!

Master the fundamental math skills before delving into more complex topics.

Illustrated lessons & probing questions challenge students 2 think about the impact of U.S. History on life today.

Understand life cycles & developmental processes of all living things in this section featuring fascinating animations & engaging lessons 4 the inquisitive mind.

The Middle School Advantage Edge:

• PC/Mac hybrid 4 the first time ever
• All on DVD--no more disc swapping
• Improved user experience with an all-in-one installer that makes using the programs easy

Student Benefits

• Learn Independently
• Improve Study Habits
• Review Lessons As Needed
• Build on Knowledge

Math
Master the fundamental math skills before delving into more complex topics. Colorful illustrations & interactive lessons will help students better understand more challenging concepts.

• Pre-Algebra
• Algebra
• Measurement & Geometry
• Statistics, Data Analysis & Probability

Science
Understand life cycles & developmental processes of all living things in this section featuring fascinating animations & engaging lessons 4 the inquisitive mind.

• Living Organisms
• Plants & Animals
• The Human Body
• Cell Biology

Social Studies
Illustrated lessons & probing questions challenge students 2 think about the impact of U.S. History on life today.

• Early Civilizations
• Revolution & the New Nation
• The Civil War & Reconstruction
• The Great Depression & World Wars I & II
• The Contemporary United States

English
Enjoy a variety of lessons & activities designed 2 improve verbal & written skills. Learn 2 communicate clearly & effectively.

• Vocabulary
• Grammar
• Reading
• Writing

Foreign Language
Learn 2 speak, read & write basic Spanish, French, German & Italian using a comprehensive flash card system.

• Foods & Common Words
• Dates & Times
• Family Members
• Meeting & Greeting

After School Extras

• Student Organizer
• Music Downloads
• Ringtones
• Mobile Games
• Screen Saver

The Advantage Money Back Guarantee
If your grade-point-average within the core subjects does not improve from one report card 2 the next after using the Advantage products, return this product within 180 days of the date of purchase & we will gladly refund your money--OR--if 4 any reason you are not completely satisfied with this product, return this product within 30 days of the date of purchase & the company will refund your money. See complete details inside.