In three classic games from around the world, students will build strategic-thinking and problem-solving skills. Students may play against each other or on-screen opponents who challenge them with different games, playing styles, and strategies-just like real life!

Special features include strategy videos with clips of people using strategic thinking in real life situations and game guides that give students a look at the rich, cultural history of the featured game. Check out the Learning Opportunities, Features, Correlations Universal Access and System Requirements for this product.

Learning Opportunities

• Plan Ahead
• Break Problems into Smaller Parts
• Learn Problem-Solving Strategies to Use Every Day
• Synthesize Information
• Test Hypotheses
• Predict Outcomes

Features

• Mancala

In this ancient game from Africa, you'll use a variety of strategies to move stones around the board and try to collect more than your opponent will.

• Go-Moku

Quick-scan the board and find ways to put five pieces in a row before your opponent can in this classic Japanese game.

• Nine Men's Morris

This Scandinavian game dates back to the time of the Vikings-and requires multiple strategies to win!

• Nine Game Masters challenge you with different styles and strategies.
• Game-Play Demos make it quick and easy to learn each game and Strategy Coaches provide insightful tips.
• Challenge Levels advance and Game Board Scenes change as you master skills!
• Game Guides highlight the culture and history of each game.
• Real-World Videos feature problem-solving strategies people use in their jobs.
• Dear Parents videos give parents insights into the educational value of the program.
• Universal Access

This product contains Universal Access features including TouchWindow and Single Switch compatibility to address a variety of learning styles and abilities.