







                      A PARENT'S GUIDE TO 



                         MATH CHALLENGE


 
 
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|  FAST START INSTRUCTIONS                                      |
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|  If you're like many others, the LAST thing you want to do    |
|  after opening a new software package is read a lengthy       |
|  operations manual.  Consequently, the following instructions,|
|  which work well on most computers, are intended to give you  |
|  a whirlwind tour of MATH CHALLENGE:                          |
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|  --  To read this message, you must have already reached the  |
|      C:\CHLLNG directory on your hard disk.                   |
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|  --  At the DOS prompt for that directory, type PARENT and    |
|      then hit <ENTER>                                         |
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|  --  You will be asked a number of questions.  Answer those   |
|      you're comfortable with.  Hit <ENTER> to use the default |
|      settings on others.                                      |
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|  --  When you return to the C:\CHLLNG> prompt, type CHILD     |
|      and then hit <ENTER>                                     |
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|  When time permits, come back and read these instructions     |
|  to learn about all the capabilities of your program.         |
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                                    Just For Me Software, Inc.
                                         June 7, 1992



                        TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Chapter                                                Number
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  #1.       OVERVIEW OF GAME                              1



  #2.       ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF GAME                   1    



  #3.       MATH CHALLENGE SOFTWARE CONTENTS              2



  #4.       USING THE "PARENT" PROGRAM                    2



  #5.       STARTING THE PROGRAM WITH THE "CHILD"         3
               COMMAND


  #6.       ACCOMMODATING MORE THAN ONE CHILD             3



  #7.       SHAREWARE REGISTRATION                        5



  #8.       YOUR COMMENTS WOULD BE APPRECIATED            5



 #9.       WARRANTY INFORMATION/COPYRIGHT NOTICE         6


                        MATH CHALLENGE  
                        --------------  
        Copyright 1991, 1992  JUST FOR ME SOFTWARE, INC.  
  
OVERVIEW OF THE GAME  
--------------------    
o    Math Challenge is a game designed to interest children in  
     working on their math tables. It provides a color, fun-  
     filled environment that encourages youngsters to learn.  
  
o    The rate of progress is individualized to match the pace of 
     each student.  In advance of student usage, a parent or  
     teacher decides:  
 
     --  what subject to test (e.g., addition, subtraction, etc.)
     --  how many problems to include in test   
     --  what part of the math tables to include  
  
o    The feedback given to that child is personalized -- either  
     by referencing the child's name in the text or optionally,  
     with photographs of the youngster in the graphics.  
  
o    For added motivation, parents insert a code number that can 
     be tied to some sort of reward.  For example, we would allow
     our children to stay up and read another 15 minutes every  
     night if they reached the code number.  
  
ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF THE GAME INCLUDE:  
---------------------------------------  
o    Enticing VGA graphics with true photographic quality  
  
o    Regular periodic encouragement for correct answers  
  
o    Recall/retesting of all problems missed  
  
o    Cute "storyboard" text personalized for your child (first  
     and last name)  
  
o    Colorful animation and interesting sound effects  
  
o    Rapid advancing through screens possible using <ENTER>  
     
o    Ability to "save progress" -- and return to game later  
  
o    Easy to change picture/word/action sequence files to  
     maintain child interest.  
  
o    Ability to keep track of personalization data for up to five
     children within one directory. 
 
o    Registered copies of MATH CHALLENGE are provided with      
     color scans of your child using photographs you provide.

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MATH CHALLENGE SOFTWARE CONTENTS
--------------------------------

o    Your Math Challenge program is completely contained on the
     two disks provided.  This disk includes:

     --    program software for child usage
     --    software for parents to make selections with
     --    photographs/words/action sequences.

     We suggest that before you attempt to use your disks, you
     make back-up copies of the master Program Disk.  Use a DOS
     DISKCOPY command.


USING THE "PARENT" PROGRAM  
--------------------------  
  
o    Parents, if you can wait longer before starting , you may  
     wish to input your test instructions by typing PARENT at the
     DOS prompt before your child starts.  
  
o    After answering a few questions, you will be returned to the
     DOS prompt.  Essentially, these consist of:  
  
      --  Name (e.g., John Smith) -- Please be sure to enter both
          a first and last name separated by a space.  
  
      --  Sex (Boy or Girl) -- This information is used to select
          whether the title screen should show a picture of a boy
          or girl.  
  
      --  Goal -- A number from 30 to 900 should be entered (200 
          is recommended).  This determines what score you child 
          must reach before the code number is revealed.  
  
      --  Code Number -- Parents are asked to insert a code 
          number.  Successful completion of the program reveals  
          the code number, which can then be used as  
          justification for some sort of reward.    
  
      --  Test Type -- Please enter the type of testing that you 
          would like your child to use -- e.g., addition,  
          subtraction, multiplication, etc.  
 
      --  High Number -- A number from 3 to 9 should be used.   
          This is used to limit the size of numbers used.  For  
          example, when a child is first learning addition, by  
          selecting a 5, the parent can ensure that the sum will 
          not exceed 10 (i.e, 5 + 5).  
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o    At any time after you leave the PARENT program, your  
     instructions will remain intact.  They are changed only by  
     rerunning the PARENT program as described above.    
  
o    Yes, you can turn off the computer and have your child come 
     back the following day, the following week, etc.  Your  
     instructions will still remain in the computer.  

START THE PROGRAM WITH THE "CHILD" COMMAND
------------------------------------------  
  
o    Your child starts the program by entering CHILD at the DOS  
     prompt for the CHLLNG directory.  i.e.,  
  
        C:\CHLLNG>  CHILD <ENTER>  

o    This will automatically load the necessary picture,  
     personalized data, word set, and action sequence files  
     needed by the CHILD program to run properly.  
  
o    From then on, it is a simple matter to follow the  
     instructions.  Whenever a math problem appears, be sure to  
     enter the right number and then hit <enter>.  
 
o    To minimize the likelihood of input mistakes, all keys are  
     disabled while the CHILD program is running, with the  
     exception of <number> keys, <backspace>, and <escape>.  
  
 
ACCOMMODATING MORE THAN ONE CHILD 
--------------------------------- 
 
o    MATH CHALLENGE has the ability to store personalized data 
     for up to five children.  To handle added children, 
     arguments must be entered after either the PARENT and CHILD 
     command.   

o    These arguments must be entered in the following format (be 
     sure to spell out the number): 
 
        PARENT ONE          -- works with --          CHILD ONE 
        PARENT TWO          -- works with --          CHILD TWO 
        PARENT THREE        -- works with --          CHILD THREE
        PARENT FOUR         -- works with --          CHILD FOUR 
        PARENT FIVE         -- works with --          CHILD FIVE 
 
     Remember that changing instructions with PARENT TWO will not
     affect any other set of personalization data other than for 
     CHILD TWO.  Therefore, if you have five children, to 
     personalize your instructions for each, you would have to 
     run the PARENT program five times, each with a different 
     argument.                                - 4 -  
 
 
o    If no arguments are used, the computer will automatically 
     assume you are referring to either PARENT ONE or CHILD ONE, 
     as appropriate. 
  
o    If possible, you might want to consider adding the  
     CHILD program to a standardized menu you may be using.  That
     way the child does not need to remember the base command or 
     appropriate argument. 
  
o    As simple as that!  There is no need for your child to even 
     be aware that there is a PARENT program in the CHLLNG  
     directory.   
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SHAREWARE REGISTRATION 
---------------------- 
You may use this program on a TRIAL BASIS only.  This means that 
you may freely evaluate the usefulness of this program for 30
days.

If you find this program useful, you must register (see
instructions in ORDRFORM.TXT file).  If it's missing, please send
the $16.95 fee (payable in U.S. funds) along with your
name/address to the following address: 
 
         JUST FOR ME SOFTWARE, INC.  
         P. O. Box 531  
         Novi, Michigan 48376  
 
Please be sure to include a photograph (3" x 4" or larger) of
your child along with your order.  We will digitize the
photograph, include it on your registered disk, and return the
photograph unharmed.

Please also specify whether you want a 3-1/2" or 5-1/4" density
disk.  


YOUR COMMENTS WOULD BE APPRECIATED  
----------------------------------  
  
Please also do not hesitate to write us at the above address if  
you have any questions or comments concerning MATH CHALLENGE or 
the JUST FOR ME SOFTWARE vision (described in the program). 
  
Alternatively, you can reach us on the Compuserve Information 
Service at User I.D. <71150,1305>.  

Lastly, if you need immediate assistance, we can also be reached
by telephone at (313)-348-6697.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
--------------------
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS-IS.  THERE ARE NO WARRTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.

JUST FOR ME SOFTWARE, INC. DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES RELATING TO
THIS SOFTWARE, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY
AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED.  NEITHER JUST FOR ME SOFTWARE, INC.
NOR ANYONE ELSE WHO HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN THE CREATION,
PRODUCTION, OR DELIVERY OF THIS SOFTWARE SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE
USE OR INABILITY TO USE SUCH SOFTWARE EVEN IF HCP SERVICES, INC.
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR CLAIMS. 
IN NO EVENT, SHALL JUST FOR ME SOFTWARE, INC.'S LIABILITY FOR ANY
DAMAGES EVER EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE LICENSE TO USE THE
SOFTWARE, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF CLAIM.  THE PERSON USING THE
SOFTWARE BEARS ALL RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE
SOFTWARE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of the limit of liability
for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitation
may not apply to you.    

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of
Michigan and shall inure to the benefit of Just For Me Software,
Inc. and any successors, administrators, heirs and assigns.  Any
action or proceeding brought by either party against the other
arising out of or related to this agreement shall be brought only
in a STATE or FEDERAL COURT of competent jurisdiction located in
Oakland County, Michigan.  The parties hereby consent to in
personam jurisdiction of said courts.

COPYRIGHT NOTICE
----------------
The software and this manual are copyrighted.  All rights are
reserved.  They may not, in whole or part, be copied, reproduced,
translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine
readable form without prior consent, in writing, from Just For Me
Software, Inc.

The user of this product shall be entitled to use the product for
his or her own use, but shall not be entitled to sell or transfer
reproductions of the software or manual to other parties in any
way, nor to rent or lease the product to others without written
permission from Just For Me Software, Inc..
  
        Copyright 1991, 1992  Just For Me Software, Inc.  
                          P. O. Box 531  
                          Novi, MI 48376  
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