The Babysitters Club Friendship Kit

Produced by Sidewalk Studios, Phillips Media, 1996 [Back to Multimedia Reviews Index Page]

Content

The Babysitters Club Friendship Kit CD-ROM is based on Scholastic's best-selling book series by Ann M. Martin. As "the newest members of the club", children interact with each of the club members. Club members show them how to use an address and birthday book, keep a private journal with their own secret password, and create personalized greeting cards and stationery. Children receive personalized virtual mail from club members, and play a Jigsaw Puzzle and Stoneybrook Map game.

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Audience

This CD-ROM is designed for children eight years and up, though children under ten may need some assistance. Children will find this CD both educational and entertaining, as they increase computer, communication, and literary skills in a fun environment. Reluctant readers will be inspired to read the books. They will also learn useful life-skills, such as letter writing, record keeping, and schedule planning.

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Ease of Use

The Friendship Kits excellent interface allows children to navigate easily and quickly. Since much of its format revolves around each child's own unique interests, imagination, and creativity, this CD offers unlimited possibilities and long term appeal.

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System Requirements

Designed for Macintosh and Windows 95 or 3.1, this product requires 8MB RAM, double-speed CD-ROM drive, 256 color display, and compatable printer. For Windows, a 486 or higher, compatible sound card and speakers are necessary. For Macintosh: 68030 or higher; System 7.0 or better; and a 640 x 480 display are required.

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Reviewed by Lou Vonne Johnson, March 1999.
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