MaMaMedia (http://www.mamamedia.com/)

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Cool Web toy manipulatives for all ages.


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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that a few ads dot the site, but advertising is minimal. Also, the link library contains many dead ends, which could be frustrating to young surfers.

Educational value: Not applicable.
Positive messages: Not applicable.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Minimal.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about what makes a Web toy fun to manipulate and explore. Do you like the challenges presented by games? Or do you prefer interactives that let you be creative?

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
One of the best games is "BotBlox." Users populate a grid with animals, people, cars, and buildings. Each one can be programmed to have different actions. For example, the dog might turn left and go two spaces whenever it confronts an obstacle. Press "Go" to start all the activity at once. It's a fun activity that will be appreciated by many age groups.

Other parts of the site are not as successful. The "Surf" section offers links to Web sites recommended for children. They are of uneven quality, though. For example, in Community Services, there are four links about Fire Departments. One is a dead end, one links to a very boring site on fire engine history, and another takes you to a particular fire department that didn't seem to have anything specifically aimed at kids. Only one was "red hot": It goes to the U.S. Fire Administration's page for kids on fire safety. The "Dress-Up Games" picks went to two sites. Both were dead ends.


This review was written by Jean Armour Polly
 
 

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