• Data Management Software (DMS) User's Guide
• Tutorial
• Calculator Instructions
• Printable Forms
• Product Updates
• Errata List
• Data Management Update v2.0
• For technical help with CDs or DVDs, click here.

This User Guide provides a quick and easy reference on the use of the Data Management Software complimenting the Fountas & Pinnell Assessment system.

The latest version of the Adobe Reader® is required to view the User's Guide, click here to download a free version. Please note that the User's Guide is 10 MB and may take a few moments to download.

Data Management Software (DMS) User's Guide (10 MB)

Tutorial

• Installation
• Start and Login
• Add Class
• Assessment
• Reports

• Detailed view of the calculator and it's fuctions.

• Blank Recording Form

• System 1: Where-to-Start Word Test Directions
• System 2: Where-to-Start Word Test Directions

• Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System 1: Errata List
• Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System 2: Errata List

Data Management Update v2.0

PC Users

1. Remove the Data Management CD from your computer and discard.

   Please note: Installing the patch will not update your CD-ROM version. If you run the application from the CD-ROM, the new additions will not be visible. Please Discard the CD-ROM.

2. Click on the link below. You will be prompted to OPEN or SAVE the file. Select SAVE and save to your computer.
3. Unzip the file.
4. Double-click on the file FP_Patch.exe.The installation will automatically begin.
5. Double-click the new shortcut to the resources application on your computer desktop.

Mac Users

1. Remove the Data Management CD from your computer and discard.

   Please note: Installing the patch will not update your CD-ROM version. If you run the application from the CD-ROM, the new additions will not be visible. Please Discard the CD-ROM.

2. Click on the link below.
3. When your download window comes up click on the magnifying glass on the right.
4. Unzip the file.
5. Double-click on the file Update. The installation will automatically begin.
6. Double-click the new shortcut to the resources application on your computer desktop.