Each area involves first reading a short explanation of a science concept, then doing an activity related to that topic. The activity can be a timed one that involves sorting pictures into groups, or can involve freely exploring and experimenting with various materials. Once complete, kids answer a series of 5 multiple-choice questions about the science facts learned. Additionally, there is an arcade-style activity in which kids are faced with a definition and they must click on the correct word from a number of words that fly toward them. Other tests help to recap the lessons learned in each 3-lesson session.
Children choose when they want to start the questions.
Kids choose between diamond, plastic, and wood. There are also options to control the amount of animation, to copy science notes so you can paste them into a word processor, and to print options. Keep in mind that some of the timed activities require some really fast reflexes, so kids without the best eye-hand coordination, who know their material may, feel behind. Children interested in the world of science will find this game appealing. The characters have just the right attitude for the targeted age group of 7-11, and are really quite funny.