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Newsletter for February 2012: The Toy Fair Issue

 

A Newsletter for Teachers, Parents, and Librarians
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Feature Articles

What's New in 2012

by Patrick Matthews
Interested in seeing what new games are coming out this year? Take a look at my rundown of the games and toys I found that weren't only just fun, but also educational.
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Toy Review: Zazoo Photo Clock

by Reisa Schwartzman
I'm not actually sure if this qualifies as a toy, but is sure sounds cool, and Reisa's interview with the developer leaves no doubt as to its educational benefits.
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Toy Fair, as seen by others

Interested in hearing what others have to say about what they saw at Toy Fair? Here's a list of reviews and top ten lists that we found around the web.
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Great Stories from the Web

How Games Teach Empathy

Can playing games help children learn to empathize with others? According to this article, the answer is an emphatic yes.

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Young Inventor Workshops

Sharp as a Tack, in conjunction with the Chicago Toy & Game Group is offering young inventor workshops.

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Mr. Potato Head Incentive

How's this for a genius idea? Using Mr. Potato Head as a group behavior incentive in the classroom.

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Have an Idea for a Story?

Let Us Know!

We're always on the lookout for good stories, whether they're game reviews, or ways teachers or parents can use games, or even discussions of the educational benefits of games.


If there's something specific you'd like us to write about, let us know! This newsletter is all for you, after all. Why not let us know what you are interested in?

 

The New Stuff Issue!

February is not just a month for Valentines and Presidents. It's also the month of Toy Fair, where insiders get to see all the cool new stuff coming to stores.

This issue is dedicated to that new stuff, to helping you find new ways to enjoy games and toys as part of education.

Enjoy!



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