For a total change of pace, give this fantastically artistic CD-ROM a try with your preschooler. Based on a book by author, this program presents a parade of letters that come alive in unusual ways. Kids use the mouse, tap the keyboard, or speak into a microphone in order to interact with letters of the alphabet. There’s nothing generic about this game – you won’t find your typical interface with easy icons and straightforward navigation. Truth is, some families will find the program frustrating for this reason. There is no main screen from which children can easily and straightforwardly navigate to their favorite activities. Instead, this is a game of discovery and surprise. It’s abstract, bizarre in its own right, but utterly charming. Because it is not straightforward to use, parents will need to share this program with their young children. However, many adults and older siblings will enjoy this original romp through the alphabet. While it’s certainly not for everyone, we found it a breath of fresh air in a children’s software market that has become rather predictable.