Think of it as something like substituting prune puree for butter in your favorite brownie recipe. These high-tech toys may look and act like your everyday gadgets and gizmos – but secretly, they have the power to inspire learning under the guise of fun and convenience.
More Expensive (but very cool)
Amazon Kindle
This wireless hand-held reading device allows you to download the most recent books, magazines and newspapers with the push of a button. Weighing in at 10.3 ounces, your library just became portable. Price: $259.00
The Pulse
This digital smartpen “records everything you hear, say and write, and links your audio recordings to your notes.” A great gift for students (and adults!) of all ages. Price: $169.95
Dragon Naturally Speaking
Voice recognition software enables the busy body to take notes, write emails (to private SAT tutors!), and access their desktop – all by the power of the spoken word! Also available as a FREE iPhone application! Price: $99.99-$199.99
Less Expensive
Big Brain Academy (for Wii)
Earn a Wii Degree! Challenge yourself or a friend to a game that tests your aptitude in five areas: analysis, memory, visual recognition, number crunching, and quick thinking. Price: $29.99
M2Match2 (for your iPhone)
Practice your route memory and hand-eye coordination in short blasts. This iPhone application will strengthen your recognition and speed with catchy pictures and the touch of your fingertips! Price: $0.99
Vocabulary Cartoons Lite (for your iPhone)
It’s always a perfect time to improve your vocabulary repertoire. This FREE iPhone application implements cartoons and rhymes to help you remember even the most insipid of words. Price: Free!
0 comments:
Post a Comment