 What is NanoLegends?
NanoLegends is an educational video game that blends cell biology science and computer video gaming. Aerin is a nanobot who lands on a cell that is being attacked by cancer. To save the cell, she needs to learn how the cell works to be able to proceed to each of the seven levels. While students move through these levels, they learn about cell function, organelle function, cell division, membrane transport and much more.
Engage
• Nano Legends® takes place in a 3D cellular world where a nano-sized adventurer experiences sub-cellular phenomena.
• Player becomes part of the storyline and actively participates in the fascinating cellular adventure.
• Player learns new science concepts while overcoming video game challenges, and then applies and builds on those concepts to win the game.
• Engaging for both ethnic and gender diverse audiences.
Educate
• Based on National Science Education Standards
• Educational approach and content development were guided by nationally recognized secondary science professionals, classroom science teachers, and cancer research physicians.
• Storyline and setting create a clear model for understanding cell and cancer science.
• Using Nano Legends® in the classroom, students improved their cell science knowledge by 148% with a final average of 84%
Entertain
• Developed with same animation and gaming tools used to create popular videogame titles.
• Compelling storyline and characters with likeable and engaging personalities.
• Cinematic quality of orginal music score, graphics, and animation provide a real video gaming experience.
• Four difficulty levels challenge both novice and experienced gamers to effectively reinforce science concepts.
Products include:
-Home License
-Single School License
-Small School License (20 computers)
-Unlimited School License
-Print version of the Teacher’s Guide – complete with BLMs, Teaching notes, game playing hints, assessments and more. (A PDF version of the teachers guide is included in every school license CD)
Who is it meant for?
NanoLegends works very well with students in grade 6-11.
How is it sold?
NanoLegends is a cd based game that is bought depending on the number of computers you would like to put it on within your school (1, 20 21+).
For more information, contact us at sales@canadascience.com.
Pricing is available at EdvantageStore.com
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