Surfing the Net with Kids: Crossword Puzzles
"Some things are improved with technology, while others are better the old-fashioned way. I think interactive crossword puzzles beat their paper-and-pencil counterparts hands down. I like being able to change letters and I like being able to check my work as I go. Three letter word for ""online crossword puzzle?"" F-U-N. <!--"
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Geography Games
"The recent has shown us that only 36% of young American adults know which two countries are fighting over the region of Kashmir. And about 11% of polled Americans (ages 18 to 24) couldn’t even locate the United States on a world map. If these statistics concern you, it’s time to integrate more geography into our classrooms and homes. Here are some online games that make fun out of studying geography."
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Play Game Shows Online
"If you thought the closest you’d get to being a game show contestant was shouting at your television, have I got a treat for you. Now you can play your favorite television game shows from the comfort of your home computer. Today’s site selections are a collection of well-known TV game shows as well as some original Internet-only programming. Have fun, but don’t hog that seat! Remember to give everyone in the family a chance."
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Easy Online Games
"Although I’ve covered Preschool Games in the past, I’m revisiting the topic because it continues to be one of my most requested subjects. But this collection of games is not only for preschoolers; each site also includes fun stuff for early elementary ages. A few of these games require Shockwave, others require a Java-capable browser (as explained in the first review)."
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Chess
"It’s true! Study after study has proven that chess playing improves critical thinking skills and academic achievement. In fact, chess is a required part of elementary curriculum in thirty countries. Former U.S. Secretary of Education Terrence Bell, known for rallying against mediocrity, even encourages parents to teach chess to their preschoolers. Whether your kids are new to chess or need encouragement to stay with it, the following sites are sure to help."
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Checkers
"My daughter entered kindergarten this fall, and brought the game of checkers back into our house. When we first started playing, I had trouble remembering the rules, so I was pleased to find these checkers sites to jog my memory. My daughter has enjoyed playing checkers over the Net against real players. Her first Net opponent was nine-years old (so he said) and had this to say about my daughter being only five, "Oh, cool." I hope your family finds these game sites "cool" too."
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Brainteasers
"What always weighs the same no matter how large it is? ""No sooner spoken than broken. What is it?"" ""What dries and dries and keeps getter wetter?"" If you enjoy a challenge, then today’s mind bending riddle sites are for you."
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Business Games for Kids
"Today’s game sites for young entrepreneurs combine fun and learning. The topic was inspired by my nine-year old daughter’s success at selling her already-read-them-don’t-want-to-keep-them paperback books on eBay. After making $24 on her first batch of auctions, she wants to start buying used books so she’ll have more inventory to sell. Suddenly, she’s in business!"
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Baseball Fun
"If spring fever means baseball to you, then I’ve got some Internet diversions for you. All require Shockwave, which can be downloaded for free. Now, altogether please: "Take me out to the ball game. Take me out to the crowd.""
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Superkids Educational Review
Reviewed March 13, 2004 by Mrs. D, a teacher from Canada, who is not affiliated with the site. Puzzle format is good. Word entry is easy. Can choose ’easy’ format (no backwards words).
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