Select this option to access the Games. The games use words derived from the ReadingPen History list to help you practice words you have looked up. If you don’t have enough words in your History list, additional words will be added to the word list from the selected dictionary.
The games use dictionaries whose source language is English. Choose the dictionary you wish to use from Select Dictionary in the Settings () toolbar menu
If you have locked dictionary access in the ReadingPen application, you will not be able to access the definitions or translations of the words being played. Translations and definitions will only be available when dictionary access is unlocked.
Wordman
Guess the mystery word by tapping on letters from the keyboard with the stylus.
If you guess a correct letter, it will appear in the matching space in the answer section above the keyboard. Guessing a letter which does not appear in the word will cause a body part to be added to the Wordman. Eight incorrect guesses and you lose!
If you need help with guessing the word, use the Translation/Definition button to view the dictionary entry for the mystery word. Use the stylus or press ENT to access the Translation/Definition button. Any letters you have already used will appear highlighted on the keyboard.
Scrambled Word
Unscramble the word using the letters found underneath the answer box.
If you need help with guessing the word, use the Translation/Definition button to view the dictionary entry for the mystery word.
When you have filled in all the empty spaces, a Check box will appear. If you have finished unscrambling the word, tap the Check box with the stylus to see if you have the right answer.
Use the stylus to tap the letter you wish to move. The letter will appear highlighted. Tap on the place in the answer box where you wish to place the letter. You can move letters into, around and out of the box as many times as you wish.
Toolbar Options
The following toolbar options are relevant for both Wordman and Scrambled Word. See The Toolbar on page 30 for information on accessing the toolbar with the stylus and Pen keys.
Move to Next Word
Use this option to clear the current screen and move to the next mystery word.
Show Score
Use this option to see how many words you have guessed correctly. You can reset the score by selecting Reset Score from the Settings menu.
Settings
The Settings menu contains the following options:
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Menu Option |
Function |
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Enlarged Font |
Use this option to switch between regular and enlarged display font. The Pen’s default setting is enlarged font. |
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Select Dictionary |
Choose the dictionary you wish to use with the game. |
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Reset Score |
Clear the score for the current game and start from zero. |
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Word Selection |
Choose which word list you wish to use – either words from your ReadingPen History list or random words from the selected dictionary. |
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Preferences… |
Display the Preferences menu (from the Pen Main Menu). |
Help ?
The Help menu contains the following options:
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Menu Option |
Function |
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How to Play |
View the playing instructions for the current game. |
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Icons… |
An explanation of the icons and graphic indicators seen on the Pen screens. |
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Keys… |
An explanation of the Pen keys and their functions. |
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