Learning Isn't All Fun and Games - But It's Close
Parents' Choice Foundation suggests toys and games to keep the learning alive this summer. From matching and memory games for the youngest to games that test strategy and critical thinking skills, arithmetic and visual acumen, Parents' Choice offers toys and games that families can play and learn together.
TIMONIUM, MD (PRWEB) June 23, 2004 -- Parents' Choice Foundation announced
its newest Parents’ Choice Award winners – toys and games that will keep kids
learning all summer long. Parents should not be timid about providing toys and
games that reinforce concepts children have learned throughout the school year.
From matching and memory games for the youngest to games that test strategy and
critical thinking skills, arithmetic and visual acumen, Parents' Choice offers
toys and games that families can play and learn together.
Gamewright's
Ricochet (ages 10 and up $5.99) challenges math and visual skills and
Ravensburger's Haunted Castle (ages 5 and up $6.99). Wordigo (Ages 8 and up,
RiverEdge Game Co., LLC. $24.95) an inventive variation on the crossword theme,
utilizes four game boards simultaneously –and levels the playing field for
children and adults.
The Parents' Choice Awards have, for over
twenty-five years, recognized products that help children grow – imaginatively,
physically, morally and mentally—fairly priced products that are fun, safe and
socially sound.
According to Parents' Choice Foundation president Claire
Green, "Parents' Choice Award winners give kids a chance to practice what
they've been learning – in new ways, with new perspective. Word and math games
are anything but dull. Discovering the science behind soap bubbles, or learning
about the aerodynamics of flying paper airplanes makes for great summer
fun."
Established in 1978, Parents' Choice Foundation is the nation's
oldest nonprofit guide to quality children's media products and toys. Products
recognized by the Parents' Choice Awards program must meet and exceed standards
set by panels of educators, scientists, performing artists, librarians, parents,
and yes, kids themselves. Green states, "Parents' Choice Award winners
challenge, inspire and stimulate creative thinking. They strike a wonderful
balance between learning and play."
For a complete roster of the recent
Parents' Choice Awards, visit the foundation's Web site: www.parentschoice.org.
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