There was a time when the greatest new games could not be bought with a click from the App Store. There was a time when gaming was not a pursuit of lone children with poor posture, tired […]
Category: Games
This Year EVERYONE Is Invited to MineCon
We tend to have a bit of a Minecraft crush around Fractus Learning HQ. Part of this crush is because we love playing the game with our kids; part of it is because readers seem to […]
How Minecraft Can Foster a Love of Reading
More and more educators are finding success using gaming for education. Minecraft, in particular, has shown its ability to be a game that’s both engaging and potentially educational. For starters, the game allows players to think […]
15 of the Best Beach Ball Options for Seaside Summertime Fun
Summer has come, which can only mean one thing… It’s time to find a nice cool spot by the water to soak up the sun. Whether you’re heading to the nearest beach or relaxing out back […]
9 Power Ranger Toys and Games for Mighty Morphin Fun
Power Rangers and Power Ranger Toys are truly a blast from the past. The phenomenon started in 1993 with the release of the television show, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, which told the story of five teenagers chosen […]
8 of the Best LEGO Police Sets for Kid Cops
Play is important- as parents and educators, we know this is true. Imaginative, immersive play is most important, where children make up their own stories and scenes. LEGO holds the top spot for interactive toys that […]
7 Brilliant Bike Games for BMX Boys and Racing Girls
“I want to ride my bicycle, I want to ride my bike!” Some kids really love to ride their bike — so much so that it’s a surprise they haven’t sprouted wheels and handlebars! Wether riding […]
The Rise of the Fidget Spinner: What, Where, When, and How
Anyone outside of the education realm, or who does not regularly interact with children, might assume that a fidget spinner is some sort of spaceship contraption or an obscure item found on the shelves of a […]
Using Friendly Academic Competition as a Way to Boost Student Engagement in Social Studies Education
Often when educators, parents, or administrators think of a “competitive” student, they’re probably more likely to envision someone in a physical-education class than a student of history. The image, sadly of a toned and seasoned athlete, […]
Marbotic Smart Letters and Numbers Review: Tech Toys With A Soul (and Major Fun Factor!)
The Product Marbotic offers wooden letters and numbers that work with six apps (free with the purchase of the letter and number blocks), which together allow your child to practice number- and letter-recognition, addition, subtraction, tens […]
We Got the First Taste of the Delectable “Hoagie” Game…and It Really Is the Perfect Sandwich Game!
Product Review for the Card Game “Hoagie”: A Game of Sandwich Building Skill!Our family is slightly competitive in nature and when it comes to card games, nothing is more enticing! So, when we received “Hoagie” in […]
7 Gaming Computer Models for Toddlers through Teens
Gaming is for everyone. There is a gaming computer out there to suit everyone too. Whether you’re a toddler or an adult, studies suggest that gaming improves basic skills like problem solving, memory and decision making. […]
7 Superb Shape Sorters to Engage Your Little One
We all remember our favorite childhood toy or toys. Perhaps it was a telephone with googling eyes, or a toy vacuum so you could “help” with chores. We never realized that many of the toys we played […]
7 Thrilling Room Escape Games for Crazy Cognitive Fun
In many cities and places around the country, room escape games are becoming more and more popular. The concept is simple: a group of players is trapped in a room, usually with some sort of danger […]
7 Mickey Mouse Games for Disney Family Fun
Mickey Mouse has been delighting children of all ages for generations. I was a fan of Mickey Mouse and all of his friends when I was a child. In fact, I still am. And now I […]
7 Brilliant Battleship Games to Develop Logic and Critical Thinking Skills
Let me start off by saying I am not a logical thinker, nor am I strategic, and I blame my parents for this because they never introduced me to battleship games while I was growing up. The […]
7 Stellar Star Wars Video Games for Junior Jedi Masters
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, an epic battle between the light and dark sides of the Force was waged. The movies that told their tales have captured the imagination of kids […]
9 Must-Have Balance Games for Healthy Development
Every opportunity to play is an opportunity to learn for children. Even simple balance games are essential to their development; without an effective transition from basic balance and sensory integration their learning and reading development can be […]
9 Lego Video Games for Cheeky Constructive Play!
Lego is famous for its colorful construction sets. But in recent years, it has also been busy building a Lego video games empire—and the results are spectacular. Set in the worlds of family favorite books, comics, […]
9 Snakes and Ladders Varieties: Modern, Vintage, and Out of the Box
Snakes and Ladders has been a favorite at family game night for years. The basic addition and anticipation of whether your next roll will send you climbing up a ladder or sliding down a snake is simple […]
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