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Demystify Engineering, Science and Math Through Play

Posted by JD Thomas on February 17, 2009 in Techfun Comments Off

Time Engineers was created by Software Kids founder Ray Shingler to combat the perception that careers in the sciences are not as prestigious or as lucrative as other careers. “We set out to produce a computer game where kids could see the importance of learning math and science at an earlier age,” said Shingler. “Time Engineers also allows them to have ‘hands on’ interactive simulations to enhance their level of learning. And unlike most educational software, Time Engineers was designed to be as rich in graphics, content and game-play as most commercial games stud

My Shoulder Hurts

Posted by JD Thomas on February 14, 2008 in Techfun 4 comments

Brian got me a Wii for Christmas (I got him SIRIUS Radio for his long commute) and we have been playing it almost every day.  We have bought a few additional games for it but we keep coming back to the sports game that came with the unit.  We’ve tried other stuff, but we spend  Read more »