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Re: software for young kids?



jonnosan wrote:
On Jun 30, 11:36 am, "Michael J. Mahon" <mjma...@aol.com> wrote:

jonnosan wrote:

I've got an enhanced iie hooked up to the tv in the living room. Can
anyone recommend some software that my 14 month old might find
interesting to play?

What I imagine is something that with graphics and noise that responds
to random key presses.

I think Fire Organ is awesome for a color TV...and it does exactly what
you describe.


Thanks Michael.

I found a copy on Asimov and yes it's pretty much what I was looking
for except there's no sound - is that right or does it mean there's a
problem with the iie?

I don't remember whether it made sound or not, but I think not.

It's busy enough with animating the display that timed loops necessary
for sound would be a problem.

However, my experience indicates that you could play any music you
like from another device, and to an observer (of any age) it will
appear to be "synchronized" to the activity of the program.

Try it and you'll see what I mean--the mind is naturally creative!

-michael

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