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3 Video games to play with your preschooler

Kori Ellis — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 20:13:00 -0700

We've all read about the evils of video games. But truth be told, playing video games can be an engaging learning experience for children -- if you pick the right games. Also, playing video games with your kids can be a fun bonding experience for parents. Check out these three terrific video games to play with your preschooler.

10 Family fun nights under $20

Kristin Chessman — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 10:20:00 -0700

In the age of texting, tweeting, blogging and skyping, families can go days without face-to-face conversations. That's why planning regular family bonding time is more important than ever.

Wii play together: Wii games for your family

Abbi Perets — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:13:00 -0700

If you haven’t yet tried out the Wii, you’re probably rolling your eyes and thinking, “Right, this is just what I need. A way to get my kids to spend more time playing video games.” I know you’ve heard this before, but the Wii is different. It really is, but you won’t believe it until you try it for yourself. So go find a friend who has one, try it out, and then get your own. I’ll see you back here in six months once you’ve tracked one down.

10 Great educational kids' games for Nintendo DS and Wii

Abbi Perets — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:59:00 -0800

Your kids love their video games, and you grit your teeth whenever you glance up to see them staring at the screen. Despite what you might believe about video games rotting your kids' brains, there are a handful of great, educational titles available. Even better, a lot of these games are actually great fun for kids, and they don't even mind the learning that's going on while they play.

Nintendo Wii would like to play

Cyndi Mathews — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:19:00 -0700

Just in time for holiday gift-giving gluttony, Nintendo's Wii game pack -- at the very least -- wins the race for the best commercials.

Working out to a Wii: Get your exercise with Wii Fit

Sarah Wassner Flynn — Tue, 06 May 2008 12:00:00 -0700

If you have spent time with kids lately , then you have probably given the Nintendo Wii a whirl. The popular gaming system combines an ultra-sensitive remote with the player's hand motions to simulate five separate sports -- tennis, baseball, bowling, golf, and boxing. Playing Wii Sports is fun, wildly entertaining, and definitely works up a bit of a sweat. But is it a legitimate workout?

What do Wii do now?

Jarrod Thalheimer — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 13:41:00 -0800

I have a problem.

I want to beat my son. I want to beat him so bad that he falls to the floor moaning about how awesome I am and how stinky awful he is.

But it won't happen because the little guy has something on me I can't touch. Time. He's got it and I need it. Perhaps I should explain.