What are the requirements for running the software?

The software runs on Windows systems using XP, Vista, or Windows 7. Adobe Reader and Flash Player 9 or higher are required.
If you don't have Adobe Reader, you can download it for free. 
Flash Player is also free and may be downloaded here.

Does the software come on CD?

The software is available as a download immediately after purchase.

How do I download the Study Guides?

Once you have checked out through the shopping cart and completed payment, you will be transferred to a web page with download links for each guide purchased. You will also receive an email with login information. You can also log in later and download your products. It's a simple process, but if you would happen to have problems, contact us through the Feedback form.

Am I permitted to use the Study Guides in a classroom?

The Study Guides may be used in a classroom by purchasing a license using the Add Classroom License button. Classroom refers to a public or private school class. In order to purchase the class license, click the Add to Cart button to purchase the study guide for $15, then click the Add Classroom License button also. Total price will then be $45. (Homeschoolers may use the $15 version within their own family.)

I don't see an https. Is my information secure?

Paypal, one of the most popular online payment processors is used for all payments. Once you click the "Go to Payments" button, you will be transferred to a secure page on the Paypal website to pay for your order. All your information is secure.

Who is VWeb?

While completing your payment you may see the name, VWeb or V-Web.biz. That is the parent company of Interactive Study Guides.

Are there instructions for using the program?

The software is pretty straightforward and we think you will find it easy to use. There is a Help link in the lower, right corner you can click to view instructions for each study guide. If you still have questions, use the Feedback link on this site to contact us by email.

What ages are the literature study guides for?

In general the books selected would be considered Junior High or High School level, however I'd rather not label the guides by age or grade. You as a parent will have the best insight into whether your child is ready to read certain books or not. Although the guides are not for homeschoolers only, many homeschoolers find that their children advance several grades beyond their public school counterparts, especially in reading. In addition to reading level, you'll need to consider emotional maturity as to whether the topics of some books are appropriate for your child at a given time.

Check the Cautions page for areas that may be of specific concern to conservative parents.

Do the literature study guides include the book or do I purchase that separately?

The literature study guides do not include the text of the book or books the guide is focused on. There are Amazon links on the website where you can purchase the books online or you should be able to find them at your local library if you would rather not purchase them.

When should my child use the literature study guide?

Parts of the guides could be used before reading the focus book, or while reading the book. The quizzes, tests, and essay questions should be answered after the book has been read by the student.

Can I use the software with more than one child in my family?

Interactive Study Guides may be used by any number of people in the same household and copied onto as many computers in that household as desired. Please do not copy the software for others outside your family. Encourage them to buy their own copy and support the development of continued titles in the series!

Does the software record my child's score or grade?

A score is shown on the screen at the completion of each test or quiz. The simplicity of the software allows us to keep the price at a low level. Additional recording-keeping options may be developed in the future.

Essay writing and discussion are strongly encouraged. The study guides should prompt some lively family discussions and debates. Those are as effective in determining what your child comprehends as any test.

Homeschoolers may use the $15 version within their own family for $15.