Can you save Earth from the Slymoids? This 3D adventure game makes maths a blast as you use maths and problem solving to unlock security panels, engage androids and explore an interplanetary outpost. Covers fundamental concepts like multiplication, addition, logic, measurement, percentages, decimals and more. PC/Mac compatible. 8-14 years

This interactive movie adventure filmed in Australia will get you brain cells humming happily with a range of fun problem solving activities. You'll visit different locations and encounter crazy hermits through over an hour of footage as you carry out your quest to save your sick brother. 100% Australian made. Windows compatible. Ages 10+

Save Earth from the dreaded Slymoids while learning about our solar system with this 3D space adventure game. Includes video, quizzes and more. Ages 8-14. Windows compatible.

Join Bernie Hobbs (New Inventors) and Ruben Meerman (Triple-J’s Surfing Scientist) for hilarious science antics from the team at ABC Science. For these two dedicated scientists, no experiment is too big, too crazy or too inexpensive to show you! From outer space to dating tricks and even the kitchen sink, the wacky duo explode, demystify and explain science with simple experiments you can try at home.

Saddle up your favourite horse and ride like the wind as you recover the Pharaoh's stolen treasure using mathematical skills. Gallop through the desert, lost ruins and even a lush oasis while developing essential numeracy knowledge. Developed in conjunction with Australian school curricula guidelines. Includes printable 32-page activity and workbook. Windows compatible (requires DirectX sound and video card). Ages 3-6.

2008 is the International Year of Planet Earth and this CD-ROM takes you from the fundamentals including geology, geography and weather, through to topical issues of climate change, the ozone hole and acid rain. 3D animations, illustrations, detailed text and a handy search feature make information easy to find and understand. Great assignment resource.

Over 20,000 people look forward to CSIRO's Science by Email newsletter every week. This CD-ROM contains 50 of the practical, engaging activities that make it so popular and lets you catch up on all the fun! Every activity will inspire, educate and amuse, using easily available items, making it perfect for home science fun or the classroom.

Tops for teachers!

Deane Hutton of Curiosity Show fame demonstrates 20 easy-to-do science activities perfect for home or the classroom. Learn classics like the egg in a bottle, the daring disappearing tablecloth or spear a potato with a seemingly harmless straw. 48 minutes.

This interactive teaching tool has been specifically developed to help students understand concepts such as predator-prey relationships, eutrophication and food chains. Macintosh / Windows compatible.

Your challenge is to manage the bay over a simulated ten-year period. You'll tackle five major problems randomly selected from 18 scenarios including a freak storm, dying penguins, algal blooms, pollution and killer starfish. Can you finish with a healthier bay? Macintosh / Windows compatible.

Life and Living covers stories on animals, insects, human health, sharks and pimples, food science, nutrition and plenty more over 37 segments. The Australia Advances series showcases up-to-the-minute scientific discoveries that shape our lives. Each DVD includes teachers' notes linked to the National Curriculum Framework.

Our Environment covers salinity, space, water, animals, cane toads, cow gas, mining, crops and heaps more over 37 segments. The Australia Advances series showcases up-to-the-minute scientific discoveries that shape our lives. Each DVD includes teachers' notes linked to the National Curriculum Framework.

New Technology covers energy, mouse contraception, gene technology, applied technologies and industrial science over 38 segments. The Australia Advances series showcases up-to-the-minute scientific discoveries that shape our lives. Each DVD includes teachers' notes linked to the National Curriculum Framework.

Featuring 3D graphics, animations, interactive pictures, games and fun dinosaur facts. This educational CD will stimulate creativity, enhance listening, memory and vocabulary skills. Ages 6-12. Macintosh/Windows compatible.