Excitement, nerves and a new routine are sure signs a new school year is here. For some kids getting back in the swing of things can be a dread. Are you tired of begging your kids to do a little reading or asking them to engage in activities that will benefit their mind?
To help your readers engage their kids in educational yet fun activities, educator, author and video gaming advocate Jayel Gibson has written a back-to-school tip list (see excerpt below) with ideas on books and video games that will aid in learning. A mother, grandmother and teacher for more than 15 years, Jayel Gibson says reading and video games can go hand-in-hand. For her, gaming led her to write the fantasy fiction series "Ancient Mirrors Tale" and the latest book in the series, "Quondam."
"Too many people have labeled video games as a negative influence, but as a member of the gaming community and teacher, I have seen video games used to teach as they entertain," Gibson says.
HEAD: Back to school, back to fun: A new year with learning fun
For many kids, back-to-school signifies the end to the dog-days-of-summer and reuniting with classmates and friends. It means shopping for new clothes and school supplies, but it also signifies studying, homework and tests. When it comes to hitting the books, are your kids digging their heels in and refusing to get back into the swing of things? Engage them with these gripping sci-fi/fantasy novels that examine real-life issues facing today's young adults. Huge plus, they are also on most library shelves. If your kids just refuse to read, offer them a video game off this wish list of highly anticipated video games that will educate while they play, long after the homework is done.
Recommended reads:
Beastly by Alexandra Flinn
A modern retelling of "Beauty and the Beast" from the point of view of the Beast, a vain Manhattan private school student who is turned into a monster and must find true love before he can return to his human form. (Suggested for ages 12 - 18)
Recommended video games:
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3
Genre: Real-time Strategy
The next game in the completely over-the-top Red Alert fast-paced real-time strategy series requires the use of lots of brain cells. (Anticipated release date: TBA for the following platforms: PC, PS3, X360)
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NOTE FROM ME (Laura):
I'm not a fan of video games as I think there are better ways for a child to learn and spend their time.
I am posting this blurb as a courtesy to the public relations rep who contacted me.
I am not recommending the books or video games mentioned herein.
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