PoissonRouge (http://www.poissonrouge.com)
common sense media says
Bilingual game is beautiful, different, and smart.
parents & educators say
- 75% say it's educational
- 63% say there are positive messages
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this sublime educational site geared to very young kids is beautiful, even though it doesn't have a lot of flashy computer tricks or complex plots. Even kids just learning how to use a mouse will be able to navigate easily through the various-leveled games and activities -- although parents will want to sit along side to explain things as they go along. The site is commercial-free, but users are asked to donate to the site upon entry (though you can still use the site without donating).
Educational value:
Kids can learn the ABCs in English and French, put together electronic puzzles, and make music -- among other educational activities.
Violence:
Not applicable.
Sex:
Not applicable.
Language:
Some activities are also in French.
Consumerism:
Users are asked to donate to the website when first arriving, but can click "I've already donated" to enter the site. There's a link to buy a T-shirt to help support the site.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Not applicable.
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Review It
Based on 8 parent & educator reviews:
- 75% say it's educational
- 63% say there are positive messages
Most useful reviews by all members
JA_MIA_Mom
parent of 5 and 13 year old
parent of 5 and 13 year old
Simple and Sweet
Love it. Easy and not too flashy. Great intro site for children.
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verbtrans
parent of 2 and 4 year old
parent of 2 and 4 year old
This site is brilliant!
This is website is genius. My 4 yr old has learned, among many other things, to count to 10 in French. My 2 yr old has learned to navigate with a mouse and a touch-pad mouse using this website.
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beadgnome
parent of 8 year old
parent of 8 year old
Excellent site for preschoolers
Great website that is safe, fun and educational. It's full of bright colors, and fun shapes, very artsy. It introduces not only art but music, math, and science. It allows for children to be creative by making their own songs or art. And it's simple to understand. Your child doesn't even have to be able to read to play here because its self-explanatory. It's also bi-lingual so kids can see and hear a language other than English. And it's ad-free. I loved to sit with my child as she/we played here.
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Birdy L
parent of 6 year old
parent of 6 year old
My daughter's (oh, and mine too!) favorite site
This site is great. It is a treasure box of exploration that is updated regularly. Each time my child goes to this site, there is something new for her to discover. I can't recommend a better site for little ones. It is really fun for adults too!
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pixus
parent of 5 year old
parent of 5 year old
uncomplicated, colourful fun with learning experiences
love it, my son's class is using it in prepschool,
i was delighted to find out it's free and accessible for all.
top : no advertising.
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ckmidwife
parent of 6 and 8 year old
parent of 6 and 8 year old
A winner for every age
We have been using this website for several years, and while my 8 year old has aged out of it for the most part, the fact that they continually update content is super helpful.
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abuela
parent of 7 year old
parent of 7 year old
Beautiful and well done site for children
My grandaughter loves this site, and all the family too. She can navigate easily in the web page. She can learn different languages and have fun!
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bookworm_jz
kid, 13 years old
kid, 13 years old
Great for My Little Sis
My sister is barely learning to use the mouse, let alone click. This is a great site with simple games that are suprisingly interesting. The best thing I like about it is that there are no instructions, yet you can still understand what to do. The simplicity and colorfulness is absolutely amazing.
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Amyluya
parent of 5 year old
parent of 5 year old
Highly recommended for toddlers and preschoolers!
This is a great website! The ABCs in different languages, wonderful little things to explore everywhere in the 'playroom'. My son has no trouble getting around on this website and really has a ball with it!
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cold toes
kid, 5 years old
kid, 5 years old
A great safe place for the very young.
I love that this site has so many areas to explore, that they keep them changing and that children who are pre-reading can enjoy doing activities that are entertaining, sometimes educational and engaging. There are no commercial tie-ins.
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