Homeschool Zoo Annex: SpellQuizzer software

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

SpellQuizzer software

Every so often, a new computer program is developed that is designed to enhance learning and captivate children in a new way. SpellQuizzer is just such a program.

Dan Hite, the developer, says

I've developed an educational program for Windows called SpellQuizzer that helps children learn their spelling and vocabulary words without the battle that parents often have getting them to sit down and write them out while the parents dictate to them. The parent enters the child's spelling words into the software making a sound recording of each word. Then the software helps the child practice his or her words. It really helped my children with their weekly spelling lists.

I've looked over the site, visited the videos and watched the demo and am pleased to be able to recommend this product to both homeschoolers and those whose children are in public or private schools.

It's very reasonably priced at $29,95, making it affordable for almost anyone. Homeschoolers can use this in their homeschool co-op classes or in their own homes. I can see this being used as a study aid, as part of a larger language arts curriculum, and as a testing tool. Or to create spelling lists to incorporate into unit studies.

The spelling lists can be created by the parent for children of various skill levels, or you can download spelling lists to import into the program.

I think this tool is so important that I'm going to add a direct link to it in my sidebar. As this post falls away, the link will remain to guide you to the source of the program.