More samples available upon request.

"This is the best educational software
I’ve ever seen. Period.”
Steve Wozniak
Cofounder, Apple Computer


Client:
StudyDog Inc. Web site

Project: Create an online reading program for struggling readers

Details: I was hired as the Interactive Designer by StudyDog to help create a Flash-based reading program. The result: Lost Island, a place where you and StudyDog assist Dr. Z and her friends.

Since 2002 I have helped design and produce Pre-K, K and 1st grade courses, which also include, books, interactive games and Web sites.

Fly to Lost Island and meet Dr. Z

Flash 6 plug-in req'd
Not Mac friendly!
Runs best on a PC using I.E.



Design:
We designed dozens of interactive devices. Each one functioned like a mini-game with points earned (which could be spent in the Lost Island Store on prizes), items collected (part of the over arcing storyline), and, oh yeah, reading being taught. ,

Take a closer look at...

Elmer and Treecia , Chrisopolis , Flop and The Guard , Mr. Ogre Librarian Sir , Nomi , Anna One and Anna Two , Miss Penny , Francis the Jester , The Princess



Audio: I oversaw the sound design for the entire product. This included composing, conducting, and performing music and sound effects. For characters, I supplied several voices and directed talent. Also, I engineered all of the sessions I was involved in. Listen to the...

Lost Island Theme Music

Lost Island Cues

Evil Elf Erupts

Elmer Sleeps

StudyDog Searches

Nomi's ABCs

All samples are MP3 format












More samples available upon request.

Art Direction and Management:
I helped oversee and direct contract developers, illustrators and animators, as well as hire musicians and voice talent.

Deliver the Lost Island Potion ingredients to Dr. Z

Flash 6 plug-in req'd