Showing posts with label Gaming. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gaming. Show all posts

Saturday, July 11, 2015

A Zombie Invasion That Won't Leave Your Child Brainless: Plants vs. Zombies Timepocalypse

Title: Plants vs Zombies: Timepocalypse
Author: Paul Tobin
Ages: 8 to 12
Rating: According to my 8-year old reluctant reader, "This book is actually good!" 

Encourage your child to take a break from playing the highly addictive Plants vs. Zombies game and read a graphic novel inspired by the game instead. 

What kids will love:
  • the zaniness
  • the non-stop action
  • the engaging illustrations
  • the snappy dialogue
  • looking forward to the next graphic novel in the series










Your child might also enjoy Plants vs. Zombies: Lawnmageddon.  Click on the pic for more details.



Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Can Minecraft help your reluctant reader?

Do you think gaming can improve your child's reading skills?

It's debatable, but I will say that I was surprised a few years ago after my son started playing Minecraft and started using words like "granite" and "obsidian" in casual conversation.

Also, the Minecraft Essential Handbook still remains the longest book that he has read by himself.  

Has Minecraft or any other video game helped your reluctant reader?  Add your comments