pajersoft (2 products)

Dynamic Spelling Bee 2.0 (Shareware, $20)

A serious multimedia spelling bee with powerful features aimed at students of all ages who want results. Multimedia features include high quality sound and a built-in recorder so linking sounds to words in the spelling dictionary is easy. The Spelling Bee can use either a 24,000+ word spelling dictionary, which can actually produce customized random lists or use standard spelling lists. The spelling lists are produced using normal editor window with one touch list maker, save the list or even add it to the spelling dictionary in one go! Dictionary categories include Music, Science and Computers. Many good features include display and timing customization, history reports, repeat list, failure list, learn mode, Dictionary editor, Scrap Pad and download lists from the Internet from within the program. Browse with its CD like interface and built-in informal spelling bee will appeal to many students who want to learn their words in a more relaxed way.

Snakes, Trains and Bees 1.0 (Shareware, $20)

Enjoy playing Snakes, Trains and Bees or switch in the Spelling Bee option to also make it a great learning aid. Includes four Snakes and Ladders and two car variations plus train, horse, sleigh and miner games. With the train game, trains can be moved to another track if they land on a junction. Use your own word lists or the built in spelling dictionary to test yourself when you land on a ladder or snake type square. Up to four people can play with the ability to allow you to play against the computer. Sound effects and word prompts for the spelling bee. One or two dice option. The horse game is a spiral board game where the horses have to reach the center to win. The spelling dictionary can select dictionary categories and difficulty levels. Spelling Bee display timings can also be adjusted. Help file.