The program provides kid-oriented interface and environment created just for kids with colorful antics and irreverent tone. Intuitive point and click interface with random hot spots, jokes and riddles included. On-line help in kids' language via character's and tools with fun sounds. While it doesn't teach kids to be better writers, it does encourage them to develop ideas and provides a fun vehicle to express those ideas creatively. Idea Workshop in Creative Writer provides learning and inspiration.
Characters provide context sensitive help, tips and ideas throughout both products.
Also CD-ROM version. This software allows students to make interactive storybooks. Students start off on page one, where they select a backdrop from a number of cartoon scenes. There are cityscapes, house interiors and exteriors, even a clubhouse high in a tree. Students can add words, sound effects and animation to each page.