Software

http://schoolhousetech.com -- The Schoolhouse Tech company produces software to
create customized math, vocabulary, maps, and more that can be downloaded and
tried for free in a "light" format. Fuller versions can be purchased at a reasonable cost.
Worksheets produced can be customized for larger font, colors, and other qualities
that render them highly suitable for special needs learners. Answer keys can be
printed along with worksheets. A wonderful source of review and practice for all
learners.

Color Phonics -- Eve Engelbrite Education. 1996. Available new through Alpha-Omega
Publications, 300 N. Mckeny Ave, Chandler, AZ 852266-2618 and through
http://www.Amazon.com. Current research led to this program, incorporating sound
awareness and multi-sensory approaches. Motivation for learners up through grade
six. Five CD's track student progress, review content answered incorrectly, and print
out progress charts. A very effective program with a good teacher center for tracking
progress. Priced very reasonably. First CD may require parental assistance to explain
some unusual vocabulary choices that illustrate new sounds.

Ultimate Phonics Reading Program: Words and Sentences -- Spencer Learning, San
Diego, CA. 2000. http://www.spencerlearning.com. This program is short on cute
games or distracting graphics. It is exactly what it calls itself. A systematic
introduction to the sounds of the written language taught in words that are phonetically
consistent and then used in sentences. The child listens to the carefully pronounced
sounds and then repeats what is heard. Great initial teaching or reinforcement.

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