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Explore Some More!
- Friday, November 7, 2008 -
Title of Website: Explore some more!
Age Group: 5-6 year old
Introduction
Looking for a site that encourages active exploration? Search no more! "Explore some more!" is the website to visit! This website aims to teach children different types of natural processes that occur all around us, in a very engaging way!
Positive Points
Firstly, this site is a full screen flash window. Hence, the images are bigger and clearer, making it less strenuous for our children's eyes. The images are bright and colourful and this will attract children to play with it. At the main menu, and even at the sub main menus, they are equally animated and attractive.
The menu is very interactive and attractive!
Secondly this website has very clear instructions! One of their special features is the interactive owl at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. When in doubt, the child can simply click on it and it will guide the child as to what he and she can do! To hear their narrations, click on the link at the top of the post. You will never be afraid of not knowing what to do during the game!
Thirdly, the stories are very engaging, and the activities are interactive. There are narrations at every point of the game and these voices in these narrations are lively and clear. . Moreover, when the child is inactive in the game, the game prompts the child to continue playing by saying "Why don't you explore some more?" or "Come and explore over here!" This not only keeps the children actively engaged in the games and the stories but also encourages them to explore. The activities allow children will be able to choose the activity they would like to play or the story they would like to listen to! Children will never lose interest during the game!
Negative Points
Firstly, the narrations of this game has an Irish accent which might hinder in the child's understanding of the narration, especially for our local children.
Secondly, users with slower Internet connections, the site takes quite a while to load. There is no option for lower quality flash :(
Conclusion
This website is definitely worth visiting. However, the teachers might have to turn on the computers a little earlier and let the website load fully. But this extra step is definitely worth it :)
Rating: 4/5
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