Computer games for toddlers, if used correctly, are a great teaching tool. Try one or two games out - you might be pleasantly surprised at what a fun learning tool they are.
What exactly are the 5 main advantages of playing computer games with a young child?
A New Set Of Words
Picking up new vocabulary is the first advantage. Toddlers love repetition. The attractive graphics and music that many online games have mean that your child will want to play them over and over, picking up more advanced language along the way.
Repeating New Language
There are 2 reasons why the constant repetition of this new vocabulary helps your child. Firstly, she cannot absorb the meaning or pronunciation of any word without repetition (even if it does drive you mad sometimes!). Secondly, It gives her a feeling of control in a world where she is often confused by how quickly things change - especially herself.
Worry-Free Education
The TV diet of conflict as entertainment (in films, soap operas etc) has now spilled over into children's TV. It is sometimes depressing how upsetting this can be for young children. Toddler computer games are a better way for youngsters to spend their time because they are full of happy people and animals innocently having fun. A few prominent websites (like the UK based BBC) have no advertising on their websites either.
Parent-friendly Interaction
Home from a hard day at the office? Your toddler has missed you and wants to play princesses/pirates. Problem: you need to sit down. Doing a fun toddler computer game allows you to put your feet up while giving your child your full attention. These games involve more parent-child interaction than you might think, and are a great way to have special time together if you are really tired.
The Curiosity Problem Solved
Your toddler sees others working and playing on the computer, and will be naturally curious. Avoid having him helpfully delete that vital report for work while you are making a cup of tea by offering to play a colours game with him later.
Online games do have great benefits for toddlers. Children should never play them for long stretches of time, but - when used correctly - are a helpful and effective resource for parents in today's technological world.
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