About the Tricky Words Reading Software
Tricky words are those words that cannot be easily decoded using phonetic rules. Use our interactive reading software to teach tricky words; the software uses a combination of repetitive tasks with animation, music and graphics to ensure students have fun whilst learning at the same time.
Perfect for your interactive whiteboard (iwb) or computer(s) - explore space with Zara: our very own Wildenaut, find the tricky word challenges then complete the game by finding the Golden Trophy of Zara.
Features include:
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Teach Tricky Words: covers 30 tricky words (three per lesson - see index of words below). Uses words as specified by the Department for Education: Letters and Sounds publication.
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Word Recognition: Each challenge displays and says the tricky word on multiple occasions to build word recognition
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Repetitive Learning Tool: tricky word challenges are repeated up to three times per word per game to ensure tricky words are learnt
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Develops Keyboard and Mouse Skills: challenges include sorting and typing exercises
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Fun: Random animations, multiple sound effects, music and levels ensure the player is having fun as-well-as learning
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Independent Learning: user friendly interface encourages self-directed learning
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Lesson Plans: Practical lesson plans for applying the software in the classroom or the computer suite/lab are also included
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Extra Resources: Comes with printable worksheets, wall display, bookmarks, word mats, tricky word flash cards
Tricky Words Software Screen Grabs
Tricky Words Index
Uses words as specified by the Department for Education: Letters and Sounds publication. |
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only old down why saw put which any more many where before who other because |
want should right would mother father goes once upon does made always also cover after |
About Ordering...
1. Download and install software via the Install Icon at top of this page
2. Pay online* via the menu at the top of this page or below (PLEASE NOTE: payment is via PayPal, you do NOT need a PayPal account to do this).
3. Receive your serial number(s) via automated email
4. Enter your email and serial number into the software - you’re done!
*Alternatively, use our offline order form
Computer System Requirements
WINDOWS
Intel® Pentium® III 1GHz or faster processor, 512MB of RAM
Recommended: Pentium 4 2GHZ or faster, 1GB RAM
Windows Vista® Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, or Enterprise including 64 bit editions, Windows Vista SP1, Windows XP Tablet PC Edition SP2 and SP3, Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows 2000 SP4, Windows 2003 Server
MAC OS X
Intel Core™ Duo 1.83GHz or faster processor; PowerPC® G4 1GHz or faster processor
Mac OS X 10.4.11 or Mac OS X 10.5.4 and 10.5.5
512MB of RAM
LINUX
Intel® Pentium® III 1GHz or faster processor, 512MB of RAM
Recommended: Pentium 4 2GHZ or faster, 1GB RAM
Fedora 8, Ubuntu 7.10, openSUSE 10.3
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a PayPal account to make a purchase?
No you don't need a PayPal account. When clicking through to PayPal, read the text in the lefthand column and follow the instructions
Will I have to renew my license?
No, you’ve purchased it and it’s yours
What if I change my computer?
No worries, simply use the unregister link in the software to unregister your serial number. Download the software on to your new computer and re-register. Easy!
Can I use the software on an interactive whiteboard?
Yes you can... and with PCs, Macs, desktops and laptops...
What’s Adobe AIR?
It’s a new product from Adobe - allowing Flash based projects to run on your computer. Think of it like Flash player, but for your desktop... once you’re got AIR installed you can benefit from all the Adobe AIR widgets and applications that are being made. Take a look at the Adobe AIR market place.
What about technical support for the software?
It’s a simple software application which has been thoroughly tested so we’re not anticipating any issues but if you do have any questions please email tim@roythezebra.com
How many computers can I use the software on?
As many as you like... but you will need a serial number per computer.
Can I use the software with a Mac?
Yes, and a PC... you only need one version which is downloaded from this page.
Can I use the software with a PC?
Yes, and a Mac... you only need one version which is downloaded from this page.
Are all the games on www.roythezebra.com going to be for sale?
No, only the NEW content that we make. There’s still 85+ interactive resources, plus hundreds of worksheets you can use for FREE.
