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CROSS-CURRICULAR (GEOGRAPHY, SCIENCE, DESIGN TECHNOLOGY, CITIZENSHIP)

CLIMATE CHANGE: ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Description:

Climate Change: Energy & Environment software and VLE SCORM package provides a balanced cross-curricular view of

the issues that are of concern to us all, encourages thought about life style choices and suggests ways in which we can

all do our bit to conserve the Earths energy resources.

This resource is perfect for whole class whiteboard teaching and as an individual study aid and is available as an

installable PC program or VLE Learning Platform SCORM package.

Topics:

What is Energy?

Evidence of Climate Change

Energy Use

Types of Fuel

Renewable Energy

Non-Renewable Energy

Waste Management

Recycling

Water

Carbon Footprint

Interactive Quizzes and Activities.

Curriculum Areas:

Geography, Science, Design Technology, Citizenship

Age Range:

Primary and Secondary

Language:

English, Spanish and Greek.

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM

3. Online Server: iPad, Android, Windows & Mac compatible.

Trial program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/climatechange_sf_setup.exe


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SCIENCE

ESSENTIAL BIOLOGY

Description:

Essential Biology is a unique collection of more than 60 interactive topics and experiments suitable for GCSE and KS3

level Biology.

This interactive set of science experiments is suitable for whole class interactive whiteboard teaching and for use as an

individual study aid.

Topics:

• Cells and Specialised Cells

• Movement of Substances

• Enzymes in Digestion

• Respiratory System

• Circulatory System

• Reproduction, Variation and Inheritance

• Excretion and the Kidney

• Homeostasis

• Nervous System

• Immune System

• Plants

• Interdependence

• Interactive Activities

Curriculum Area:

Science: Biology

Age Range:


Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/essential-biology-lp.exe


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ESSENTIAL PHYSICS

Description:

Essential Science 9-14 software and VLE SCORM package for KS2 and KS3 science features a wealth of science

experiments and interactive topics Excellent for helping students improve their investigative science skills.

This interactive set of science experiments is suitable for whole class interactive whiteboard teaching and for use as an

individual study aid. Focus on Essential Science is available as an installable PC software program or VLE Learning

Platform SCORM package.

Topics:

The Earth in Space

Motion

Forces

Light

Energy Heat and Temperature

Magnets

Electromagnets

Sound

Solids, Liquids& Gases

Expansion

Heat transfer

Curriculum Area:

Science: Physics

Age Range:


Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/escience_setup.exe


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SCIENCE INVESTIGATIONS 1

Science Investigations 1 is an interactive science experiments software program and VLE SCORM package suitable for

Secondary age range Science. Containing 15 popular simulated science experiments for KS3 and GCSE Biology,

Chemistry and Physics, Science Investigations 1 is designed to help students learn and practice skills such as planning

an experiment, making predictions and processing data.

Perfect for whole class whiteboard teaching and for use as an individual study aid. This interactive eLearning Resource

is available as an installable PC software program or VLE Learning Platform SCORM package.

Featured Experiments:

Photosynthesis

Yeast respiration

Breakdown of starch by amylase

CaCO3 - HCI reaction

Heat of neutralisation

Decomposition of hydrogen peroxide

Bouncing ball experiment

Car stopping distances

Energy stored in a spring

Expansion of a gas

Heating effect of a current

Resistance of wires

Strength of an electromagnet

Terminal velocity

Friction

Reference Topics:

Current, Electrical resistance data, Enzyme action, Kinetic theory

model for a gas, Model for electrical resistance

Voltage (potential difference).

Curriculum Area:

Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English, Spanish and Arabic.

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/SC1-4.2setup.exe


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SCIENCE INVESTIGATIONS 2

Description:

23 simulated science experiments for Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Science Investigations 2 is an easy-to-use

interactive science experiments software program which will help students learn and practice skills such as planning

an experiment, making predictions and processing data.

Perfect for whole class whiteboard teaching and for use as an individual study aid. This interactive eLearning Resource

is available as an installable PC software program or VLE Learning Platform SCORM package.

Featured Experiments:

Osmosis

Transpiration

Reaction of rennin with milk

Decomposition of H202 by catalase

The effect of Penicillin on bacteria

Decomposition of sodium thiosulphate

Electrolysis

Heat of combustion of alcohols

Neutralisation

Bat & ball experiment

Bending a beam Filament lamp

Fuses LEDs Lift on a flat wing

Moments Motors Rates of cooling

Ski jump Solar cells Stretching springs

Thermistors Water rockets

Reference Section:

How solar cells work, Model for resistance, Model for

enzyme action, Osmosis mechanism, Reaction rate

Age Range:

Secondary

Curriculum Area:


Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/SC2-4.0-sf-lp.exe


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SCIENCE DIAGRAMS

Description:

Science Diagrams is a science experiment drawing program that anyone can use, regardless of experience, to produce

professional looking scientific diagrams in a matter of minutes. This unique program is perfect for producing images of

sciencific apparatus and experiments for Powerpoint slides and other presentations.

Science Diagrams is incredibly versatile; containing hundreds of pre-drawn, fully scalable and editable pictures in an

indexed image library. In addition, a comprehensive palette of drawing tools enables the user to personalize the

picture libraries and tailor the graphics to match individual requirements.

This interactive eLearning Resource is available as an PC software program.

Image Libraries:

Human Biology - All major organs senses & nerves skeleton &

muscles

DNA

Plant Biology

Chemical Apparatus - comprehensive range of common glassware

as 'snap together' units pre-drawn diagrams of common set ups

Industrial Chemical Processes

Hazard Symbols

Structure & Bonding

Electric Circuit Symbols

Electricity and Magnetism

Optics

Waves

Energy

Mechanics

Space

Earth Science

Curriculum Area:


Age Range:


Language:

English

Versions:

Windows.

Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/SD2setup.exe


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FOCUS ON PHYSICS: FIELDS

Description:

Focus on Physics: Fields is a collection of simulated science experiments and interactive topics covering the Fields

section of AS and A2 level Physics.

The interactive models, animated sequences and simulated experiments are integrated with reference sections where

theory is explained and relevant formulae are derived.

Physics: Fields is an excellent choice for whole class whiteboard teaching and for use as an individual study aid. This

interactive eLearning Resource is available as an installable PC software program or VLE Learning Platform SCORM

package.

Topics:

Alpha particle scattering

DC motor

Deflection by electric fields

Deflection by magnetic fields

Dynamo

Magnetic field plotting

Electromagnetic induction

Force on a current carrying conductor

Mass Spectrometer

Millikan’s oil drop experiment

Motion in a uniform gravitational field

Planetary orbits

Thomson’s experiment for e/m

Curriculum Area:

Science: Physics

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/fields3_setup.exe


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FOCUS ON PHYSICS: WAVES

Description:

Focus on Physics: Waves is a collection of simulated science experiments and interactive topics covering the Waves

section of AS and A2 level Physics.

The interactive models, animated sequences and simulated experiments are integrated with reference sections where

theory is explained and relevant formulae are derived.

Physics: Waves is an excellent choice for whole class whiteboard teaching and for use as an individual study aid.

Topics:

Absorption of gamma rays

Damped SHM

Diffraction grating (spectrometer)

Electromagnetic waves

Forced oscillations and resonance

Hydrogen emission spectra

Multiple slit diffraction

Polarization

Ripple tank models

Transverse and longitudinal waves

Sound waves

Speed of sound measurement

Standing waves

Superposition of waves

Young's double slit experiment

Curriculum Area:

Science: Physics

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/waves3_setup.exe


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FOCUS ON MODERN PHYSICS

Description:

Focus on Modern Physics is a collection of simulated experiments and interactive sequences that cover

radioactivity and atomic structure. The material also provides an introduction to Quantum mechanics,

particle physics and Special Relativity.

Focus on Modern Physics is an excellent choice for whole class whiteboard teaching and for use as an

individual study aid. It is available as an installable Windows PC program or via the Focus eLearning online

server which is iPad and Android PC and Mac compatible.

Topics:

Rutherford’s Experiment: alpha scattering experiment,

interpretation, historical background, deflection of alpha

particles.

Atomic Structure: energy levels, basic atomic model, energy

levels and orbitals.

Properties of Radiation: deflection in a magnetic field,

penetrating properties, absorption of gamma rays, Geiger

counters.

Half Life: decay simulation, half life measurement, theory,

radiometric dating.

Fission: uncontrolled chain reactions, controlled chain reactions,

nuclear reactors, critical mass.

Quantum Phenomena: the uncertainly principle, photoelectric

effect experiment, double slit experiment.

Particle Physics: particles, fundamental forces, Feynman

diagrams.

Decay Mechanisms: alpha decay, beta decay, gamma emission,

electron capture, conservation laws, neutrinos and

antineutrinos.

Special Relativity: reference frames, inertial frames, Galilean

relativity, Galilean transforms, Maxwell’s equations, Michelson-

Morley experiment, postulates of special relativity, Lorentz

transforms, light clocks, time dilation, the twin paradox,

simultaneity, length contraction.

Curriculum Area:

Physics

Age Range:

Secondary

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/modernphysics.exe


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DESIGN TECHNOLOGY, FOOD TECHNOLOGY & BUSINESS STUDIES

FOCUS ON THE FOOD INDUSTRY: FROM COW TO CONSUMER

Description:

Focus on Food Technology: From Cow to Consumer gives students a unique and interesting insight into the

world of food production being an in-depth study of the real life food production activities at Roskilly’s organic

dairy farm - as featured in Cornwall with Caroline Quentin. The resource demonstrates how raw materials are

transformed into a product and end up in the shopping basket of the end user.

Food Technology Topics:

Milk Production

Ice Cream Making

Clotted Cream Fudge

Strawberry Jam

Tomato Chutney

Health and Safety

Consumer Protection

Sales and Distribution

Marketing

Company Administration

Business Studies Topics:

Starting a Business

Business Structures

Marketing and Customers

People in Business

Production

Finance and Accounting

Business Environment

Business Studies Terms

Curriculum Area: Food technology / Business Studies

Age Range:

Upper Primary and Secondary

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/food_industry_setup.exe


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FOCUS ON DESIGN AND CREATE (KS 1 DESIGN TECHNOLOGY)

Description:

KS1 DT Design and Create supports the teaching of 7 popular KS1 Design Technology themes all contained in one

interactive eLearning resource.

A series of worksheets support the teaching of each project area. Written in Microsoft Word, these worksheets can be

edited by staff to suit individual teaching styles. Perfect for interactive whiteboard use, a comprehensive set of

example projects accompany each unit of work.

KS1 DT Design & Create has a built in 2D drawing program to help students design and decorate their projects. The

program comes with a library of pre-drawn images that can be edited to suit individual needs, saved and printed out

for use as templates. Images are fully scalable, with no loss of detail, and can be exported for use in other programs. A

set of tutorials provide step-by-step instructions on how to draw different shapes and use the program.

K’NEX Education Design & Create kit models are featured in this resource can be used to support its use in schools.

Project Areas:

Moving Pictures

Playgrounds

Vehicles

Homes

Winding Up

Photo Frames

Moving Monsters

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:

Primary

Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/design&create1.2setup.exe


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FOCUS ON MECHANICAL TOYS

Description:

Mechanical Toys Design Technology software and VLE SCORM resource supports the teaching of KS2 and KS3 Moving

Toy and Automata themed projects.

Perfect for whole class interactive whiteboard teaching or individual study.

Structured to encourage students of all abilities to conduct their own investigations into the basic principles of

mechanisms, this resource contains detailed analyses of 21 real-life automata, delivering a comprehensive

educational package that's equally useful as a teaching aid, learning resource or research tool.

Focus on Mechanical Toys includes a built in 2D drawing program to help students design and decorate their own

rides. The program comes with a library of pre-drawn images that can be edited to suit individual needs, saved and

printed out for use as templates. Images are fully scalable, with no loss of detail, and can be exported for use in other

programs.

Topics:

3D Automata model simulations

Types of motion

Cams and followers

Levers and linkages

Pulley systems

Gear systems

Technical vocabulary

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:


Language:

English and Greek

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/mtoys2.0setup.exe


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FOCUS ON FAIRGROUND RIDES

Description:

Focus on Fairground Rides is an interactive resource supporting the teaching of Design Technology KS2 and KS3

Fairground themed control projects. High quality 3D animations of 18 amusement park rides are available in addition

to photographic images, written descriptions and videos. At the click of a button the internal mechanism of each ride

can be revealed.

This resource encourages research into the design of ride layouts and includes sections examining: Pulleys Systems,

Types of Motion, Gear Systems, Switching Circuits, Technical Vocabulary, On-Screen Testing. Perfect for whole class

interactive whiteboard teaching and for use as an individual study aid, Focus on Fairground Rides is structured to

encourage students of all abilities to conduct research into the design of ride layouts, mechanisms and electric

circuits.

Focus on Fairground Rides software version has a built in 2D drawing program to help students design and decorate

their own model rides. The program comes with a library of pre-drawn images that can be edited to suit individual

needs, saved and printed out for use as templates. Images are fully scalable, with no loss of detail, and can be

exported for use in other programs.

Topics:

3D amusement park ride simulations

Pulley systems

Switching circuits

Types of motion

Gear systems

Technical vocabulary

Interactive on-screen test

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:


Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/Fairground2.3_setup.exe


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FOCUS ON MECHANISMS

Description:

Focus on Mechanisms is an interactive learning resource with a place in every Design Technology department.

All the common types of mechanism are examined and clearly explained using 3D animations, photographs, video and

text. This interactive eLearning Resource is suitable for whole class interactive whiteboard teaching and for use as an


Topics:

Motion

Gear Systems

Pulley Systems

Lifting Systems

Screw Threads

Levers & Linkages

Cams & followers

Crank & slider

Sprockets & chain

Ratchet & Pawl

Moments Equilibrium

Mechanical advantage

Torque

Velocity ratio Efficiency

Incined plane

Shafts & couplings

Bearings & lubrication

Clutches & brakes

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English, Arabic and Spanish

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/mechanisms3_setup.exe


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FOCUS ON METALS: MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

Description:

Focus on Metals: Manufacturing Processes interactive learning resource examines the main techniques that a Design

Technology student will come across when studying Product Design, Engineering or Resistant Materials at GCSE or A

Level. Focus on Metals provides an excellent way of bringing examples of industrial practice into the classroom.

Perfect for whole class interactive whiteboard teaching and as an individual study aid, Focus on Metals examines

common manufacturing processes through an exceptionally clear set of 3D simulations, videos, supportive text and

tests.

Featured Processes:

Sand Casting

Investment Casting

Die casting

Sheet Metal Bending

Drilling Jigs

Spinning

Punching

Press Work

Welding

Plasma Cutting

CNC Milling

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/Metals1.2Setup.exe


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FOCUS ON PLASTICS: MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

Description:

Focus on Plastics: Manufacturing Processes is interactive learning resource which examines the 8 main manufacturing

techniques studied in Design Technology at KS3, GCSE and A Level. Each topic includes a simulation of the process and

a wealth of detailed information and photographs.

Based on real-life manufacturing facilities, Focus on Plastics effectively brings industry into the classroom.

Purpose designed for whole class interactive whiteboard teaching and for use as an individual study aid.

Featured Proccesses:

Extrusion

Injection moulding

Compression moulding

Blow moulding

Calendering

Line bending

Rotational moulding

Vacuum forming

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/plastics3.0setup.exe


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FOCUS ON GRAPHIC PRODUCTS: COMMERCIAL PRINTING PROCESSES

Desription:

Graphic Products: Commercial Printing Processes examines how Focus Educational Software designs and prints

advertising brochures and packaging for its products using the three industry standard printing processes: Offset

Lithography, Flexography and Screen Printing.

Focus on Graphic Products is an excellent replacement for industrial visits now that they are becoming increasingly

difficult to organize. Based on real-life production facilities, this interactive resource effectively brings industry into

the classroom. Focus on Graphic Products is suitable for whole class interactive whiteboard teaching and for use as an


Featured Processes:

Offset Lithography:

Brochure Design Artwork Production

Imposition and Plate setting

Plate processing

Four colour printing process

Folding, Stitching and Trimming

Flexography:

Plate setting

Plate processing

Printing process

Envelope conversion

Screen Printing:

Screen production

Printing process

CD-ROM packaging

Reference Topics:

CMYK Corporate identity

Dictionary of printing terms ISO paper sizes

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program: www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/graphicproducts1.3_setup.exe


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FOCUS ON WOOD JOINTS

Description:

Focus on Wood Joints is an interactive resource which guides students in the correct selection of wood joints for

Design Technology project work.

Focus on Wood Joints includes exceptionally clear 3D models of 37 traditional joints and linked information pages,

make this program ideal for learning about wood joints and where they should be used in Design Technology project

work. Produced with the support of leading furniture manufacturer ERCOL, the program also contains photos of real

furniture, with close-ups of the joints being used. A separate Knock Down Fittings program is included free of charge.

The joints are sorted by seven common furniture project areas from chairs to cabinets. Each is supported by

informative text and photos and is modeled with a compelling 3D animation. Angle of view, zoom and the opening

and closing of these 3D joints are all completely controlled by the student. Each joint is rated for ease of manufacture

(using hand or machine tools) and for materials suitability.

Project Areas:

Tables

Chairs

Table tops

Doors and panels

Drawers

Boxes

Cabinets

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English

Versions:

1. Windows

2. VLE SCORM


Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/WoodSetup_lp.exe


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FOCUS ON RESISTANT MATERIALS 2

Description:

Resistant Materials 2 for Design Technology project work is the most comprehensive project work database available

today. The program includes information and prices for the majority of materials, components and fittings found in

Design Technology Resistant Materials design projects.

Students can Browse, Search, and Evaluate materials and produce accurate Cutting Lists and Project Costings. Findings

can be saved and printed out for direct inclusion into DT project folders, helping to ensure high marks are achieved for

Research and ICT skills.

If Focus hasn’t included a component or material then you can: The RM2 DT Database Editor program gives teachers

complete control over content, including addition of materials, price updates and currency.

Database Categories:

Metals, Plastics and Woods

Man-made boards

Catches, locks & stays

Electronic components

Handles & knobs

Hinges

Hooks & eyes

Knock-down fittings

Nails, nuts, bolts & washers

Rivets

Screws

Curriculum Area:

Design Technology

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English

Versions:

Windows.

Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/rm2_V2.5setup.exe


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GEOGRAPHY

FOCUS ON RIVER STUDIES

Description:

Focus on River Studies fieldwork software incorporates both theoretical and practical applications related to River

Flow and Bedload Analysis.

Focus on River Studies is structured to enable students to carry out virtual fieldwork on a stretch of simulated river

and then use the skills learned in their actual fieldwork coursework projects. It provides an excellent interactive

whiteboard learning tool for teaching about River Flow and Bedload Analysis.

The program also enables students to carry out both virtual fieldwork without leaving the classroom and also provides

a method of organising primary data gathered in the field. Students can generate detailed reports with photos and

graphs suitable for coursework submission.

Includes 4 Component Programs:

Virtual River Flow

River Flow Fieldwork Analysis

Bedload Simulation

Bedload Fieldwork Analysis

Curriculum Area:

Geography

Age Range:

Secondary

Language:

English

Versions:

Windows.

Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/RiverStudies2.0.exe


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EARLY YEARS & PRIMARY CROSS-CURRICULAR

BEE-BOT: LESSON ACTIVITIES 1 V3

Now Includes:

• On-screen Mat Creator • Shell Designer Module

• Bee-Bot Jacket Printer • Audio Playback of Activity Instructions

Focus on Bee-Bot: Lesson Activities 1.3 is a cross-curricular interactive program based on the popular Bee-

Bot programmable floor robot.The resource is an excellent starting point for teaching control, directional

language and programming to young children. It is suitable for both individual study and whole class

whiteboard teaching.

The software includes a range of activities for eight Bee-Bot cross-curricular activity mats. Challenges are

solved by programming sequences of moves on-screen with feed-back given when tasks have been

completed. Users can create their own on-screen activity mats and build and save 3D Bee-Bot worlds.

Inexperienced readers are supported by being able to listen to recordings of the activity instructions.

Children can personalise the program by creating fabulous Bee-Bot shells.This encourages the development

of image manipulation skills and can be linked to practical activities, such as printing and cutting out the

shells for use as Bee-Bot jackets.

Find out how by visiting the Bee-Bot Video Learning Zone:

www.focuseducational.com/videos/bee-bot-learning-zone

Featured Activity Mats:

Alphabet

Money

Race Track

Shapes and Colours

Busy Street

Treasure Island

CVC

Number Track

Curriculum Area:

Cross-curricular Computing

Age Range:

Early Years and Primary

Language:

English, Welsh and Arabic

System Requirements:

Windows

Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/BeebotSetup.exe


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BEE-BOT: LESSON ACTIVITIES 2 V3

Now Includes: • On-screen Mat Creator • Shell Designer Module

• Bee-Bot Jacket Printer • Audio Playback of Activity Instructions

Focus on Bee-Bot: Lesson Activities 2.3 is a cross-curricular interactive program based on the popular Bee-

Bot programmable floor robot.The resource is an excellent starting point for teaching control, directional

language and programming to young children. It is suitable for both individual study and whole class


The software includes a range of activities for eight Bee-Bot cross-curricular activity mats. Challenges are

solved by programming sequences of moves on-screen with feed-back given when tasks have been

completed. Users can create their own on-screen activity mats and build and save 3D Bee-Bot worlds.

Inexperienced readers are supported by being able to listen to recordings of the activity instructions.

Children can personalise the program by creating fabulous Bee-Bot shells.This encourages the development

of image manipulation skills and can be linked to practical activities, such as printing and cutting out the

shells for use as Bee-Bot jackets.

Find out how by visiting the Bee-Bot Video Learning Zone:

www.focuseducational.com/videos/bee-bot-learning-zone


Farmyard

Seaside

Fairy Tale

Katie Morag

Community

World Map

UK Map

Bee-Bot's Home

Curriculum Area:


Age Range:


Language:

English


Windows

Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/Beebot2Setup.exe


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BEE-BOT: LESSON ACTIVITIES 3

Key Stage 1 Computing Focus on Bee-Bot 3 is a cross-curricular interactive program based on the popular Bee-Bot programmable floor robot.

The resource is an excellent starting point for teaching control, directional language and simple programming to young

children. It is suitable for both individual study and whole class whiteboard teaching.

Program Features

The software includes a range of activities for 25 brand new Bee-Bot cross-curricular activity mats including

Minibeasts, New & Old Toys and People Who Help Us. Challenges are solved by programming sequences of moves

on-screen with feed-back given at the end of each task.

Children create their own on-screen activity mats and build and save 3D Bee-Bot worlds. The program can be

personalised by each user creating fabulous Bee-Bot shells on-screen. This encourages the development of image

manipulation skills and can be linked to practical activities, such as printing and cutting out the designs for use as Bee-

Bot jackets.

FREE On-Screen Maps of the World

Included with Bee-Bot Lesson Activities 3 is a free bonus pack of 25 on-screen country maps and regions.

Curriculum Area:


Age Range:



Windows


African Wildlife

Australian Adventure

Baby Animals

Birds

Bridges and Structures

British Wildlife

Famous Buildings

Forest Adventure

The Fruit We Eat

In The Garden

Getting Around

Going on Holiday

In The Kitchen

Minibeasts

Musical Instruments

New and Old Toys

On The Water

People Who Help Us

Reptiles and Amphibians

Sea Life

Sports Equipment

The Four Seasons

Up in the Air

Vegetables

The Weather

Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/beebot3_lpsetup.exe


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BEE-BOT: LESSON ACTIVITIES INTERNATIONAL VERSION

Featured Languages:

• Dutch • English • French • German

• Italian • Portuguese • Spanish • Swedish

NB: Users may install all 8 language versions on a single PC using 1 serial number.

Description:

Bee-Bot: Lesson Activities International is a multi-language cross-curricular interactive program based on the

popular Bee-Bot programmable floor robot.The resource is an excellent starting point for teaching control,

directional language and programming to young children. It is suitable for both individual study and whole class


The software includes a range of activities for eight Bee-Bot cross-curricular activity mats. Challenges are solved

by programming sequences of moves on-screen with feed-back given when tasks have been completed. Users

can create their own on-screen activity mats and build and save 3D Bee-Bot worlds.

Children can personalise the program by creating fabulous Bee-Bot shells.This encourages the development of

image manipulation skills and can be linked to practical activities, such as printing and cutting out the shells for

use as Bee-Bot jackets.


• Race Track

• Treasure Island

• World Map

• Shapes, Colours and Size

• Seaside

• Bee-Bot’s Home

• Community

• Alphabet (Learning to spell in English)

Curriculum Area: Cross-curricular Computing

Age Range:



Windows

Trial Program:

www.focuseducational.com/html/bee-bot-international-free-trial.php


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IN THE PICTURE QUIZMAKER

Description:

In The Picture Quizmaker software program allows teachers and students to select any diagram or photo and quickly

produce an on-screen labeling quiz. Simply choose your image, use the drag-and-drop interface to decide where the

labels should be positioned then type the appropriate wording into the box.

In The Picture Quizmaker is available as a PC software program.

Key features:

Suitable for all subject areas and languages

Ideal for testing knowledge & vocabulary

Helps improve ICT skills

Save and print files for class use or homework

Students can produce their own projects, test each other or

present their work on an interactive whiteboard

Sample files included

Curriculum Area:

Cross-curricular

Age Range:


Language:

English


Windows

Trial Program:

www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/InThePicture_setup.exe


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WORDSEARCH DESIGNER

Description:

Wordsearch Maker and Designer is an easy-to-use program enabling teachers and students to produce their own on-

screen interactive wordsearches. Simply choose the size of your grid, type in a list of words, select permissible word

directions and let the software generate your unique wordsearch puzzle.

Wordsearch Designer is available as a PC software program.

Key features:

Suitable for all subject areas and languages

Ideal for testing knowledge & vocabulary

Helps improve ICT skills

Save and print files for class use or homework

Students can produce their own projects, test each other or

present their work on an interactive whiteboard

Sample files included

Curriculum Area:

Cross-curricular

Age Range:


Language:

English


Windows

Trial Program: www.focusdownload.com/trial-programs/Wordsearch2.0_DemoSetup.exe

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