The schoolzone evaluation
Albert’s House is an interactive program aimed at the lower end of primary. Essentially
the game involves finding Albert mouse in the house. The activities vary from a simple search
through the house to the interactive ‘Find Albert Mouse’ and would appeal to a wide
range of abilities. The program consists of five options which can be used to enrich topic work
on the theme of 'Where I live'. The aims of the program are to develop speaking skills, listening
skills, logical thinking and problem solving skills. Also, to develop the language and understanding
of direction and position and an appreciation of co-operative work.
The software fulfils these objectives well. The content offers much in terms of developing
speaking, listening, positional and vocabulary-based work. It is accurate, age appropriate and
current and the vocabulary is age appropriate and clear. It would be a useful starting point
for lots of literacy activities and other cross-curricular activities.
Navigation through the activities is clear and the minimum of icons on each page ensure that
the interface presented to the child is clear and enables them to focus on the task.
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