Guest Posted May 6, 2004 Posted May 6, 2004 Has anybody got or had experience of the 2 Simple Music Toolkit? I have had some info about it today through the post. It says it is for Foundation Stage, KS1 and 2 so I wondered if it would be suitable for the 4 year olds in our pre-school? We have the 2 simple toolkit and the children love it-just wonderd about this one. It says it is new so there might not be anybody out there with it yet. Linda
hali Posted May 6, 2004 Posted May 6, 2004 Sorry Linda Never heard of it, and havnt had any info ........does sound interesting though....
Susan Posted May 6, 2004 Posted May 6, 2004 hi Linda, don't know either but I had a review of a new program "musical Monsters" sent me a couple of weeks ago. http://www.schoolzone.co.uk/pip/evaluation...asp?p=QAD2-Boo1 I thought it looked really good. if you dig deep enough there may be a review of the one you've seen?
Guest Posted May 7, 2004 Posted May 7, 2004 Hi Linda! I was not overly keen on the 2simple music toolkit but then I do not think the sound cards in our computers were powerful enough to run the program! the sounds were very quiet and I didn't find it all that captivating! I have however used other 2simple software and think that it is fantastic I would recommend the original 2simple package to everyone. We recently bought this software for the school and have used in in reception, Yr 1 and Yr 2! I have also used alphabet soup, another 2simple package which the children have enjoyed and got alot more from than I ever expected them to. I would definately recommend trying 2simple music on approval before you buy it. On the other hand if you really enjoy it please let me know what I am missing because I was very disappointed after being so impressed by their other products.
Guest Posted May 7, 2004 Posted May 7, 2004 We have just bought Musical leaps and bounds with our e-credits, it looks great.
Guest Posted May 7, 2004 Posted May 7, 2004 I know nothing about the 2simple music toolkit - would love to hear more. Where can I get a trial? I use infant 2 simple - it is a great maths tool. I also love "leaps and bounds" (have 1 and 2). They are lovely programs also some are suitable for the children to use without adult input (e.g. a sort of Kim's game - guess what the dog has in his mouth - sound odd, I know, but great fun). Diane.
Guest Posted May 8, 2004 Posted May 8, 2004 I am going to review this program for the site so, once it has arrived and I have had time to use it with the children I will let you all know. Linda
Susan Posted May 9, 2004 Posted May 9, 2004 hI woozlwe & welcome aboard. My IT coord won't buy the 2simple stuff as she says they're no good!
Guest Leeney Posted May 12, 2004 Posted May 12, 2004 Hi linda Re 2 Simple music Toolkit We have had the use of it for a couple of weeks now, our users are mostly 3 and 4 year olds. The tool kit meets 2 simples promise to look like microsoft ie same icons etc Only a few of the children use it with success but they are only just getting used to it The graphics are simple, they can record their own 'music' and play it back You can change the type of instruments to be used The 'games' go well beyond our age range but I didn't install all of them so we have ended up using approx a third of its capability. There's not much available other than the leaps and bounds music so both would be a good buy. Try before you buy!
Guest Posted May 13, 2004 Posted May 13, 2004 2Simple Music Toolkit is great and can be used in a Nursery setting. However also take a look at the CD 'Mouse Music' from http://www.themouseclub.co.uk/home/home.asp only £12.99 and the children love it. Janet
Guest Posted May 13, 2004 Posted May 13, 2004 have had confirmation of my e learning credits today, so ................. can someone please give the websites of these cd's you are all talking about!!!!!!! have checked out mouse music and think I will have that one - also Mimi/Diane - who supplies 'leaps & bound's? And the 2 simple collection .... where are they ????? Many thanks ! Janice
Steve Posted May 13, 2004 Posted May 13, 2004 Hi Janice - You could start by looking at some of our product reviews, which include a couple of mouseclub and 2Simple titles. That should give you the contact details you need. Here's the Product Review index, since I know you never look at the front page!
Guest Posted May 13, 2004 Posted May 13, 2004 LOL !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Actually I have now found the 'forum' button which is how I knew how many members you now have !!!! (but it was only a couple of days ago that I started being a little more adventurous!!!!! - I usually find my way in through the back door !!!!!!) anyway, will now refer to your review page! Thanks! Janice
Guest Posted May 13, 2004 Posted May 13, 2004 Janice, I got Leaps and Bounds 1 and 2 via our local C&E training dept (for free, ha, ha). You can buy on-line (REM do it, I think; I have bought other things from them). I find the Leaps and Bounds by far the best software we have at present. There are several reasons for this: - none of the children have it at home, so it has novelty value all round. - there is no reliance on literacy skills, so all children can access the activities. - the programs are all non-verbal, no instructions given, meaning that children get to find out for themselves (or we do it together). - it is interesting for onlookers because, as there is nothing verbal, conversation can take place without fear of preventing the computer user achieving. - it is tremendous fun! 2simple infant is in a different category (activities have to be adult-led with our children). But, again, this is great software, which I use a lot, but mostly with our older children, and with some intention of working towards maths stepping stones. Diane.
Susan Posted May 14, 2004 Posted May 14, 2004 "Leaps and Bounds", all versions are great fun. I must admit I'd not analysed the childre getting on their own bit but its very true they do and they love it. "Izzy's Island" is also quite good, children can access it alone and enjoy it although I'm not sure the learning is as good without support.
Guest Posted May 14, 2004 Posted May 14, 2004 Many thanks for pointing me in the right direction here !!!!!! Now my problem is what to choose !!!!!!!!! Janice
Guest Koo Posted May 19, 2004 Posted May 19, 2004 If you haven't seen the 2Simple Music Toolkit you MUST have a look it is FANTASTIC!!! It does start at the FS but goes all the way up to KS2. If you want to get a free trial you should contact 2Simple either by their website www.2simple.com or call them on 020 8203 1781. I'd go for that cd hands down every time. PS: Susan if your ict coord won't look at it then you should. You will love it.
Helen Posted May 19, 2004 Posted May 19, 2004 Welcome to the site, Koo, and thanks for making such an enthusiastic first post!
Sue R Posted May 19, 2004 Posted May 19, 2004 Yes, Hi Koo!!!!! May I be just as enthusiastic about the site! You'll love it! Sue
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