Java apps

These are the Java apps that you can see in action in the children's area of this site (well, most of them). Just go to the kid's pages to try them out.

There is no charge for these applets or source code if used on a non-commercial site, but please include a link or a credit line whether these applets are used as is or are adapted. If you want to use them on a commercial site, please contact us for licensing information. Please note that the source code for Java applets is undocumented and virtually uncommented. It is not presented as an example of good programming practices - it is just a record of first attempts to understand how Java works. I would appreciate feedback from anyone who downloads - comments, both negative and positive, and how the applets are to be used.

picChange (38 KB): click to change pictures

bones (53 KB): a gentler form of hangman

bones II (49 KB): a bit like battleship

bones III (27 KB): add a bone to the chain (no source code!)

memory (15 KB): a little concentration

quiz (47 KB): a multiple-choice quiz

Snap Math (60 KB): learn math while playing a card game (no source code!)

Important notice:
Any files, whether source code or compiled programs, are provided on the understanding that the author is not responsible for their suitability or applicability, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose. The author shall not be liable for any damages suffered by the user as a result of using, modifying, or distributing the source code or compiled programs.

Visual Basic

. . . And one VB program that you are welcome to download. TIP Command is a typing tutor for kids.

TIP Command (4 MB)