Software of the Month Club
January 1997 CD-ROM Program Guide


-Windows Education -

ItsPersonal! 1.6c
Journal
This is a great tool for any writer or artist. It's a powerful, 
easy-to-use writing journal. Change the fonts, set text 
attributes and use the built-in spell check system. 
*   Unlimited number of entries
*   Optional password protection
*   Print single pages or merge pages to save paper
*   Search all entries for specific text
*   Use any TrueType font
(Application by Garry A. Prefontaine; Includes both 16-bit and
32-bit versions.)

- Feature Program -
K-Chess 2.2 for Windows
Checkmate
Learn how to master the game of chess with this 
instructional program. The computer shows its 
calculations for each move, giving you hints and 
suggestions. Watch the computer play, challenge the 
computer or compete against a friend. Full keyboard and 
mouse control.
*   Four types of timed games
*   Right-click shows all available moves for a specific 
    piece 
*   Mutli-level undo
*   Save and restore games
*   Online help
(Application by Ark Angles)

Physics Package No. 1  1.11
Three programs
Master physics with this collection of programs. Learn 
about specific physics topics and then play a game in each 
program.
*   Light: Experiment with light refraction and reflection
*   Solar System: Learn about the sun, planets, asteroids, 
    comets, NASA programs and more
*   Vector: Investigate vectors and their applications, 
    including projectile motion and constant acceleration
(Application by John Sheu; Includes both 16-bit and 
32-bit versions.)

Slide Rule and Abacus Simulation 1.1
Two calculation systems
Discover the significance of the abacus and slide rule. 
Learn about their history and how to use them.
*   Excellent help files
*   Includes examples
*   Uses the VERSALOG Slide Rule standard
*   Cheat mode for abacus 
(Application by David A. Brown)

Spanish Helper for Windows 2.1
Se hable espanol
Learn Spanish with this language tutor. Covers nouns, 
adjectives, verbs and prepositions. Use multiple choice 
and fill-in quizzes to test your progress. Great for 
beginning Spanish speakers.
*   Create your own tests
*   Set time limits
(Application by G.B. Blanchard and Sergio Gonzalez)

SuperCal 3.0
Scientific calculator
This invaluable calculator includes financial and 
scientific functions.
*   View or print tape screen
*   Financial functions include yield, interest rate, 
    dividend and more
*   Scientific functions for statistical analysis 
(Application by Harold Schwartz)

Teacher's Pet
Planning system
Teachers can organize their time with this classroom 
planner. Arrange schedules; keep track of students and 
more. Fantastic tool for public, private and home schools.
*   Observation Chart follows students' progress 
*   Use the teacher's section to schedule class time
*   Track lessons
*   Record attendance, birthdays and more
(Application by Dawnbreaker Consultants)