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Newsletter for December, 2011

A Newsletter for Teachers, Parents, and Librarians
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Feature Articles

Don't Cheat to Lose

by Jason Schneider
I think every parent has been tempted to throw a game every once in a while. Jason Schneider of Gamewright is here to tell us why that's not a good idea.
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Wise Men Play Games?

by Kim Vandenbroucke
So what do you think? Did those famous wise men from the East play games? Kim takes us back through the history of games to reveal the answer.
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Manners Count

by Reisa Schwartzman
With all the fun and family-time this holiday season, it's worth remembering that games can also help us with some of our most important life skills. If you have some kids that could work on their manners, Reisa has some ideas for you.
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The Perfect Gift

by Janet Harper
Teacher Janet Harper has spent the past two years developing a new game, all because of one fantastic night with her family. This month, she shares her story with us.
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Students Flip for Flip Six

by Karen Luciana
Looking for a game for your classroom? Karen let her class take a look at Flip Six, and it came through the evaluation with high marks.
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Great Stories from the Web

Games are the Focus

These charter schools in Kansas City have embraced the idea of games whole-heartedly, structuring their classes around them. How does it work?

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Have an Idea for a Story?

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We're always on the lookout for good stories, whether they're game reviews, or ways teachers or parents can use games, or even discussions of the educational benefits of games.


If there's something specific you'd like us to write about, let us know! This newsletter is all for you, after all. Why not let us know what you are interested in?

 

HOLIDAY
ISSUE

We hope you're having a great holiday season!

From Kim's analysis of the play-habits of wise men, to Jason's look at the importance of beating your kids, this double-sized issue is loaded with fun.

So sit back and read about manners with Reisa, or check out Janet's heartwarming tale about the origins of her game.

And if you're a teacher, don't miss Karen's review of Flip Six.

Enjoy!



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