Ariel's Favorite Websites

Like many children these days, Ariel loves to play online. I'm pretty picky about what sites I let her play on. In addition, she only gets to play on the computer when I'm on mine, right next to the one she uses. It allows me to supervise her, help her on the more difficult games and make sure she doesn't do anything she shouldn't online. At her age it would be an accident, but it's a good habit to build.

Many of these sites are associated with television channels of the same name. What can I say? Marketing gets to them very young.

Noggin
Noggin calls itself "preschool on TV and online." Ariel loves many of the games and videos they have to offer. You can also find out when your kids' favorite shows are on. Kids can sign up for a free account, but it is not required to play the games. Perhaps the hardest part for Ariel has been understanding that some of the characters she loves appear on both Nick Jr. and Noggin, but the game is only on Nick Jr, so when the site prompts her to go between sites she is a little upset at times.

Nick Jr.
Noggin and Nick Jr. are associated, but the games and videos are different. If a show is on Nick Jr. and Noggin, you will probably find it's games and activities on Nick Jr. Kids will also enjoy the free printables. The radio is a cute idea too. The site also includes kid friendly and fun recipes.

PBS Kids
Offering a great range of online games and printables based on PBS Kids characters, Ariel and I really love this site. In addition to the things that are obviously appropriate for little kids, she loves to do some of the simpler experiments in the Zoom section with me.

Playhouse Disney
What child doesn't love Disney? Great characters, great shows and lots of fun. Ariel utterly adores the new show, Handy Manny, and enjoys the games as well. Like the other sites, there are stories and activities associated with many of the popular shows.

Starfall
This is a site Ariel learned about in preschool. It has a great range of educational games for preschool through second grade students. The focus is on reading comprehension and phonics.

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