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We know integrating ICT is a key aim in Early Years education. We also know that with a busy setting to run, finding that tiny screwdriver in your toolbox and then changing batteries before every session is something you just don't have time to do. With that in mind, we developed a range of top notch Early Years ICT products, designed to be durable, easy to use and importantly, rechargeable. Easi-Detectors are a superb set of four rechargeable metal detectors, in four colours, comes complete with a docking station and wall charger. Ideal for use in sand or around your setting, Easi-Detectors are a fantastic addition to your early years resources. Unlike a lot of detectors on the market, we have tried to make these as easy to use as possible. That means: No attenuation wheel - we have put a simple 'on/off' switch instead Motion sensitive - if they are left unattended, they will 'sleep', not beep! Recharge through the included hub- great for continuous provision and storage Fully tested to make sure they comply to all relevant toy safety standards for your piece of mind Investigate what lies beneath the soil, sand, paper etc. Will it be gold, silver, bronze or other metal? These innovative detectors are simple to use; sweep them over objects or areas and hear the beep as they detect the metal. With a detection range of up to 40mm for a 25mm diameter coin, these marvellous treasure hunters can be used to aid learning in lots of areas: Develop communication skills as children search for hidden treasure, looking at clues and maps. Investigate materials in your setting. Is there any metal in a tree? Is there any metal on a table? Why does it beep when I run it over my shoes? Discuss why the metal detector beeps when it goes over money, but not other precious items like gems. Why not make your own ancient artefacts and hide them for children to discover? Batteries should last for up to eight hours in normal use with a three hour recharge period. An LED indicates charge status. Each detector: L20 x W8cm, for ages 3yrs+.

Be amazed by how easy to use our Easi-Scope hand held digital microscope is. This simple plug and play device attaches to your computer via USB and includes its own LED lighting system. Simply hold the microscope over the object, focus by turning the top then take videos or still images using the single control button at up to x43 magnification (using a 17' monitor). Size - 73mm x 50mm Technical Details White Balance: Auto Interface: USB 2.0 Image Sensor: VGA CMOS Sensor Image Resolution: 640 x 480 Pixels Photo Capture: One-touch Illumination: Built-in LED Capture Image Resolution: 640 x 480 VGA (Interpolation up to 1200 x 1600 pixels.  Direct x 9.0 or above required for Windows OS, Interpolation up to 1280 x 960 pixels Mac OS) Exposure: Auto Luminosity: 3 Lux Power: USB Cable connection to PC or Mac Weight: 103g Magnification: 35 times on 14 inch TV; 43 times on 17 inch TV; 53 times on 21 inch. Software compatible OS:  Microsoft Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OSX 10.4

Hue Animation Studio contains everything that a budding animator needs to learn to create stop motion animation videos. The animation software has been specifically designed for educational use, with a user friendly, fully-featured interface. Children of all ages can be creating their own stop motion films minutes after first installing Hue Animation Studio. Hue Animation Studio comes with powerful tailor-made software, ideal for use by anyone from novice animators creating their very first film, through to experienced animators looking for a fully featured animation suite. Sounds can be imported either from your computer, or recorded directly in the software itself using the Hue HD Webcam's built-in microphone. Another key feature is onion-skinning, which displays a transparent image of the last frame you took over the live camera feed. This is invaluable for creating error-free, smoothly animated sequences.

Introducing the HUE HD Pro Camera: a lightweight, portable document camera and visualiser. The HUE HD Pro classroom camera and visualiser is the latest addition to the HUE range of USB cameras. This camera can view a full A4 or US letter sheet and project it onto the whiteboard via your PC and projector. HUE PRO overhead The length of the neck makes this camera perfect for viewing a full A4 or US letter page. The built-in LED lights will help illuminate your subject. Available for Windows and Mac OS X. It's full of character just like its older brother the HUE HD camera - but with a new design for the head and base. The HUE HD Pro also comes with specially designed software, HUE Intuition, to allow you to master the full functionality of the camera with ease. HUE Intuition HUE Intuition allows you to: Record video and sound and save movies locally, email or upload to YouTube Annotate images and save as JPG/BMP/PNG/GIF Take snapshots Take multiple images over time Use the HUE HD Pro for: Demonstrating a science project Taking snapshots of student work Recording a technique or experiment and replay it to the class Chatting with remote schools in other countries with software such as Skype Online Teaching Package Contents: HUE HD Pro camera Camera base USB to mini-USB cable Installation instructions Single user license for the HUE Intuition software

The Hue HD Webcam is a cost-effective alternative to a standard classroom document camera, and is perfect for stop-motion animation. Easy to use and portable, this camera is popular in classrooms and homes throughout the world. The camera is "plug and play" on Windows PCs and Macs (see System Requirements) and favoured by most parents and teachers for kids using HUE Animation and other stop-motion animation software due to the flexible arm and integrated microphone. Unique, innovative design with a built-in microphone. Widely used as a portable classroom document camera / visualiser in conjunction with a whiteboard. Perfect for creating animated films, live videos or time-lapse recordings. Compatible with Microsoft Windows (8, 7, Vista, XP), Apple Mac OS X (10.4.3 or above) and Linux. Plug and play: simply connect the HUE camera to your computer's USB port and it will be ready to use. By connecting your HUE camera to your computer and a projector you can share students' work, books, experiments and pictures. The built-in microphone allows you to record your presentation or a student speaking about a topic. With its weighted base and flexible neck, HUE can also be used to magnify very small items such as insects, circuit boards and more to share them with the whole classroom. Package Contents Hue HD Webcam Camera Base 6 ft USB to Mini-USB cable Software CD Quick Start User Guide

Product Features: Magnify and Record all in one Great for assessment Recording time - 30 seconds Dual lens - 2 and 4 x magnification This set of unique, Recordable Magnifiers has a recording time of 30 seconds, allowing children to develop essential skills in a fun way. The Recordable Magnifiers are perfect for focusing children on their observations without the pressure of having to write them down! Children can simply hold down the 'record' button and record up to 30 seconds into the magnifying glass itself. They are ideal for assessing children's progression, as the teacher can simply playback the child's 30 seconds recording. Easy to handle and lightweight, the magnifiers are dual lens with 2 and 4 x magnification. A wipeable insert on the front allows the child to write their name, allowing for easy identification of each child's recording. Pack contains 6 brightly coloured magnifiers and 5 write on cards per magnifier. Each magnifier takes 2 x AAA batteries (not included). Size: Overall length 22cm, dual lens 2 and 4 x magnification 9cm diameter.