Archive for January, 2010

Kid Games – A Parent’s View

January 28th, 2010

Personally I have 7 children 6 boys 1 girl, ranging from 9 to 25 and most of them are in their teens, we own every Nintendo system and nothing but. It’s hard to afford even the WII, let alone find one, so we thought waiting for a year.

We could get one for them next year, so we will wait to read the gossip reviews and facts going around.

We have also loved and recommend the type of games SONY has put out for years and years, they produce a good variety. These are the sort of kid games the kids really want. Having said that, it is true that Nintendo does have fabulous games. I’ll go even further Nintendo has games that we almost cannot live with out!

The classics are Zelda, Mario and the like, Shooters, and sports, and SONY undeniably has the top Kid games, of role playing, great shooters, etc. I could go on and on.

I enjoyed some unusual board games or vintage kid games which we played as a kid, but, in my opinion, none can match the shear power of enjoyment kids get now from the top computer game creators.

There is more and more use of games to put across important messages to kids. Some “keep them safe” type kid games are available that have been designed for tweens and teens. They are full blown actual computer games that take kids through the experience of being hood-winked by internet predators.

The reason that such a large investment has been put into such games is so that kids can learn to recognize the signs and avoid the real thing.

The many kid games we have bought in our family can be categorized under various groups such as representations of indoor games, outdoor games, card games, board games, and even turing full circle some even imitate role playing in computer games, etc. » Read more: Kid Games – A Parent’s View

Learn to Write With Unique Kids Games

January 28th, 2010

As a teacher, I know the importance of games for kids. I also know how hard it is to come up with games that kids like to do. However, it can be easier than you think, especially when it comes to writing games. Writing is everywhere and you can do it wherever you go.

Sand and Glitter Games
I don’t know what it is about glitter but it makes sand come to life. Kids of all ages love glitter. In fact, I have a cookie sheet with just a little bit of sand and glitter in it and adults find themselves drawn to it. People can’t help but to doodle in the sand. Make this simple and easy craft and your kids will write all the time. Your only chore will be pulling them away.

You will need:
• 9×12x1/4 cookie sheet
• 1 cup sand
• 1 tablespoon glitter (any color or multi-color)

Mix the sand, glitter in the cookie sheet, and let the kids have at it. Kids can draw their name, pictures, and all kinds of stuff in the sand. Let their imagination run wild!

Freezer Bag and Paint Games
This is ooey gooey fun. Something about squishy paint makes kids go wild. The paint just oozes all over the bag to create some fun filled pictures. Creative kids learn how to manipulate the paint to make their pictures last longer.

You will need:
• Heavy duty freezer bag
• Heavy duty duct tape
• Glue
• Temper Paint » Read more: Learn to Write With Unique Kids Games

Leapster Game System Review

January 28th, 2010

The Leapster gaming systems are educational and also provide hours of fun. The Leapster learning system by Leapfrog is an educational learning system for ages 4 to 8. The Leapster has popular animated characters such as Winnie the pooh, Sponge Bob Square Pants, Dora and many more that gives learning an education twist. You can find Leapster games where the kids can play learning games create art and read electronic books. The Leapster also can allow kids to watch videos right from their Leapster lap learning system.

The Leapster game system is great for travel as well as plane trips. If you find yourself traveling a lot with your Leapster you will want to also purchase a carrying case, and a recharger to save on having to purchase multiple AA batteries. The Leapster learning system is sold individually without cartridges but comes already loaded with several educational games for starters. The Leapster game system also can be hooked up to a television screen with a separate adapter that is sold separately.

The top 4 games are Finding Nemo, Dora the Explorer, Disney Princess, and Pet Pals. Not only do kids love the Leapster but adults like the Leapster as well.

The Leapster game system and Leapster games are very educational for kids of all ages. There are games which teach kids how to draw animals, shapes as well as write their alphabet upper and lower case letters. Everyone of the Leapster games are bright, cheery and colorful and keep any child entertained for hours.