Puzzle Play Software: Dot-to-Dots
© 2007 School Zone Publishing
This workbook/software combination is dot-to-dot heaven, for those who like the age-old type of puzzle. The software is easy to install and use--just put the CD in the drive, and start clicking on a blank screen. Your puzzle starts forming, with your choice of either letters (in ABC order) or numerals marking each point. After you create your outline, you can add stickers, fills or a background that will be shown once the puzzle is solved. There is also a nice selection of existing dot-to-dot templates for those who would rather complete an existing puzzle, rather than make their own. The only drawback is that it is possible to accidentally erase your work by clicking the eraser icon (we would have preferred a simple undo), and it is not possible to save a project. You can print out projects, however, for use as a handout. If you're looking for an easy to use, powerful dot-to-dot editor, you can't beat this one, especially considering the price.
$8, Windows, Mac OSX
Teaches: creativity, alphabetical order, counting to 100, visualizing in space
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