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straightforward program starring Shrek is somewhat disappointing.
Instead of interacting with characters from the movie Shrek, this
game features a number of activities that don't particularly carry
the theme from the movie very far. Happily,
this title will please both parents and children. Caillou Magic
Playhouse is much
like an all-purpose preschool and Kindergarten title--it covers a
number of early learning skills like pre-reading and pre-math in
its 8 activities. Players start out by exploring the rooms of
Caillou's home, searching for 6 pieces of (easy-to-find)
"treasure". As they click around each room, they uncover
animated surprises and activities. Each game opens with a related
animation from the show and an instruction screen, and, once
complete, children are rewarded with a video from the puppet
segment of the television show.
We tend to prefer the other
available title, Caillou Birthday
Party, but the differences between the two are minor--both titles
are designed similarly.
Pros:
- Educational activities
that address a variety of early learning skills.
- Plenty of
activities
- Pleasing graphics and
video clips from the show.
- Encouraging feedback
from characters.
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Cons:
- Instructions are
sometimes excessive.
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| For Win/Mac |
By: The Learning Company |
Ages 2-6 |
Published: 2001 |
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