Issued on Playaway Launchpad, a pre-loaded learning tablet. Content and/or functionality of apps on this tablet may have been modified for use on this device. Powered by rechargeable battery ; container includes one power charging cord. Earphones not required for audio playback. Device does not have Internet connectivity. Individual apps contained on this device may vary.
Contents:
Gigabytes of Disaster -- Internet Safety -- Improve Your Attention -- Improve Your Memory -- Partyrs -- Sudoku -- Monopoly Junior -- Find the Difference -- Writing Art-Inspired Stories -- The Future I See -- Moved by Math -- Prices and Percentages -- Staying Safe with Electricity -- Why Should I Care About the Economy? -- How to Set Goals.
Summary:
The goal of the Dynamic Thinking Module is to teach kids about making choices and evaluating the benefits and consequences of their actions on an individual and global basis. Topics in this module include problem-solving, logic and reasoning, decision-making, and critical thinking. Life Skills Academy is designed to help kids gain the knowledge and mindset to promote both personal and academic development. By working through each module kids will cultivate the necessary social and emotional skills to prepare them for whatever comes next. Publisher description. Gigabytes of Disaster - Internet Safety Internet safety is important for everyone to know. In this story by Neon Tiki Tribe, you will see how Ben navigates his way through an internet search and learns an important lesson. Improve Your Attention Do you want to increase your attention and problem solving reasoning skills? Learn how to be focused without getting distracted with this game. This is for entertainment and cannot accurately define a person's attention span. Improve Your Memory Do you have problems remembering people's names, phone numbers and birthdays? Memory is something that you can train and improve. With this fun test, you will exercise your SHORT TERM MEMORY through constant repetition. This is for entertainment and cannot accurately define a person's memory. Partyrs Use logical thinking to keep everyone happy! Tap to see what the Partyr wants to be happy and swap the characters around to make the best party! Sudoku The ulitmate Sudoku experience! Over 1,000 puzzles waiting for you to solve, through 5 different levels of difficulty! Monopoly Junior The classic board game you know and love is available for the first time on mobile and tablets. It's the classic turn-based game transformed into a single player activity-based experience, designed to introduce a new generation of kids to the beloved game. Designed for early learners, this new app transports kids from the classic game board into the animated world of Monopoly Town! Start with 20 Monopoly bills in your 'piggy bank.' ROLL the die and you can BUY properties, COLLECT rent, and BUILD or CUSTOMIZE properties, treats and experiences as you move through town. Land on an owned property and pay rent. Collect rent on your properties! Don't run out of money as you try to buy up the town! Find the Difference There are differences hidden in the pictures, find them, unlock all stages and relax. Writing Art-Inspired Stories When we imagine the future, we visualize our hopes and dreams. In this activity, you will create magic mirrors and personal sculptures to explore the endless possibilities of the future. When we imagine the future, we visualize our hopes and dreams. In this activity, you will create magic mirrors and personal sculptures to explore the endless possibilities of the future. Moved by Math Combining art and math can help you understand prices and making good choices. In this activity, you will create a collage of images that will help you understand the difference between what you want and what you need. You will need: markers, scissors, a glue stick, paper pad, picture frame, optional recycled newspaper for store flyers. Combining art and math can help you understand prices and making good choices. In this activity, you will create a collage of images that will help you understand the difference between what you want and what you need. You will need: markers, scissors, a glue stick, paper pad, picture frame, optional recycled newspaper for store flyers. Staying Safe with Electricity Understanding electricity and staying safe with it is important in the home, at school and in the workplace. Why Should I Care About the Economy? Economies affect all our lives; both positively with people having more money, and negatively when a country enters a recession. By learning more about your economy, you can help safeguard your own future. How to Set Goals To recognise the importance of setting goals in entrepreneurship and be able to set SMART goals that align with the overall entrepreneurial mission is essential for any successful business.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.