PORTLAND, OR — July 30, 2008
Inspiration Software^® received the iParenting 2008 Outstanding Product award for Kidspiration^® 3, the visual way to strengthen reading and writing skills, build conceptual understanding in math and develop thinking skills across the curriculum, for students in kindergarten through fifth grade.

iParenting Media's Award Program honors the best products in the children's media and juvenile products industries. Kidspiration was recognized in the Software category. For more information about the iParenting Media Awards and to view the complete list of award winners, visit: http://www.iparentingmediaawards.com.

About Inspiration Software
Recognized as the leader in visual thinking and learning, Inspiration Software, Inc. develops and publishes innovative software tools that inspire learners of all ages to brainstorm, organize, plan and create. With more than 15 million users worldwide, the company's award-winning software is revolutionizing visual learning in education—inspiring students to develop strong thinking and organizational skills and improve their academic performance. Founded by Donald Helfgott and Mona Westhaver, the company's mission is to support improvements in education and make a positive difference in students' lives by providing software tools that help students learn to think.