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Play with Me Sesame: Let's Play Games

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 3; suggested age 3.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Interactive play date focuses on fun and games.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 3 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Positive depictions of mental and physical games as a means of interaction between friends and family members.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness :

    Not an issue.

  • Sexy stuff :

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    If you consider Sesame Street characters as commercial products themselves, this will reinforce brand awareness -- albeit of a gentle, positive set of characters.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Play with Me Sesame: Let's Play Games

Parents need to know that this DVD intersperses vintage Sesame Street skits with interactive segments to encourage young viewers to use their bodies and brains in productive play. It's full of simple games that can be used in the real world once the DVD is switched off. The games themselves reinforce basic skills like pattern recognition, simple math, and recognizing feelings. The DVD comes with a bonus CD-ROM featuring interactive games, videos, and activities.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about which games look like the most fun. Can you play Bert and Ernie's guessing game about feelings? Hand out some pots and pans and see if you can tap out a beat like Grover does. What else can you use to make music?
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