Description Inspiration Software wants to breathe a little more creativity into education. Founded in 1982, the company develops visual thinking and learning software for educators and students. Inspiration Software's products teach students to brainstorm, clarify their thinking, process information, and organize ideas through visual learning techniques such as diagrams and concept maps. Its Inspiration software for students ranging from 6th graders to adults helps with critical thinking and writing across the curriculum, for subjects such as language arts and sciences. Its Kidspiration software uses animation and interactive activities to teach K-5 students skills for reading, comprehension, and idea expression.