PLAYHOUSE DISNEY CHANNEL GAME
Everyone knows that as children develop, they absorb what they see and hear. It goes without saying that when you let your children watch television, the programming should not contain adult content. The shows should encourage the development of skills that your children will need as students. If your children are going to watch television, it should not be a mindless activity; it should be educational. The same goes for multimedia activities, such as computer games. In this aspect, the Disney Channel is your child’s best source for learning.
Playhouse Disney is an important part of the Disney Channel’s lineup. Playhouse Disney’s programming is tailored especially for children preschool-aged or younger. Shows such as Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Little Einsteins are not just entertainment; they are interactive virtual classrooms. Disney’s dedication to early childhood development is clear. The company states that it strives to improve children’s thinking, motor, social, and daily living skills. Disney is also concerned with your child’s early academics, imagination, self-expression, and ethical development. Don’t have cable? That’s okay. Your child can practice many of these skills through Playhouse Disney’s online games.
The Disney Channel’s Mickey Mouse Clubhouse site has Mickey-themed games and activities. The game “Mousekespotter” is a good example of Disney’s commitment to learning. First, your child chooses a difficulty level, either easy or medium (there is no hard level, perhaps so that your child does not feel intimidated). Then Mickey counts “one-two-three” as three images appear on the screen. The object of the game is to pick the correct image based on its color, shape, or pattern. After the correct image is selected, one of the classic Disney characters appears holding it; for example, you might see a picture of Daisy Duck holding a yellow triangle-shaped box with stripes. Mickey then says, “Good job!” and tells your child what he or she sees in the picture, reinforcing the lesson. The name of the character also appears over its picture, so your child can practice reading. This game helps your children with their early academics by helping them understand numbers, patterns and shapes; helps your children’s thinking skills by asking them to combine the previously mentioned concepts; and inspires the imagination through the use of colorful artistry and upbeat music.
Disney is a universally respected corporation that has built its reputation by maintaining a commitment to your child’s well-being. Now Disney is expanding its reach into cyberspace and providing parents with countless free resources. Take some time to see it for yourself at www.playhousedisney.com.