A computer system contains and displays a cartoon-like story with a
plurality of displayed components (such as cartoon characters, play
items, etc.) recognizable by a preschool student on a first portion of
the display screen along with an accompanying voice message on the
speaker. Written instructions for teachers to follow in a personal
one-to-one interaction with one or more students are displayed on a
second portion of the display screen. For some activities, the student
may actually respond using the computer such as by touching a touch
screen or using a mouse to select one of the displayed components in
response to a request to select a displayed component having a
predetermined aspect. For other activities the teacher enters the
response of the student as observed by the teacher. When one or more
correct responses are entered by the student or teacher, achievement of a
goal can automatically be entered into the educational management system.
