SEC: Zip Zap Map and other *fun* learning

["Gittins, Tracy A." <gittins@mail.nojr.weber.k12.ut.us>]

I recently installed National Geographic's Zip Zap Map (USA) on my
server.  The kids (grades 7-9) love it!  They'll sit two to a
computer and joyfully learn US geography, kibitzing, poking, and
prodding each other all the way.

Would any of you recommend any other similar fun learning software
appropriate for junior high?  I've considered The Incredible Machine
2 or 3, but I'm not sure I can nail it down to an actual curriculum
objective.  It seems to force people to use a part of their brains
that they may not use very often.

Your thoughts?  Thanks in advance.
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gittins@mail.nojr.weber.k12.ut.us
Junior High Librarian     Hablo DOS, pero muy poco.

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