What is the tool?
The kidzpage is a really neat website designed for kids of all ages, with the sole purpose of teaching kids that learning can be fun!
Who is the intended audience?
The intended audience for this tool is students; however, it is my opinion that thekidzpage can be useful for both parents and teachers as well.
How can it be used?
Parents:
Thekidzpage.com can be a wonderful tool for parents who are looking for some form of entertainment for their children other then video games or t.v. This web site is educational, so while kids are playing and having fun they are also learning at the same time which is a definite perk for parents. Thekidzpage.com is not a social networking site so parents can be assured that their children will not be "meeting" anyone online through this website.
Teachers:
Thekidzpage.com can most definitely be a wonderful resource for teachers. There are printable puzzles and games that teachers can use to give students extra practice. There are many interesting links on thekidzpage.com that gives teachers ideas about how they can incorporate technology in the classroom and much more!
Students:
Students will love thekidzpage.com. It is very user friendly, colorful, and inviting. Along with games and puzzles that are educational, there are also some games on this website that are just for fun!
Advantages of this tool? 
- very user friendly
- no membership or login required
- free!!
- tons of games
- very colorful and appealing to users
- not a social networking site so children using this tool cannot be approached by online predators or anyone online for that matter
- printable quizes and worksheets
Disadvantages of this tool?
- most games are math and word related so there is little to no emphasis placed on science or social studies
- there is really no way to track student progress through this web site because there is no user I.D or login so information or scores are not saved
Where can we learn more about this tool?
About thekidzpage!
thekidzpage opinions!
What is your opinion on the usefulness of this tool?
This tool has a lot of value educationally. There are so many games math and word related games that are fun and offer wonderful opportunities for extra practice. Many of the games are wonderful because they work on problem solving skills. Teachers can get a lot out of this site as well as far as creative ideas, and printable work sheets and quizes. This site has so much to offer, and the best thing about it might just be the fact that it is free, so even during tough times resources are still available. Overall it is a great resource for parents, teachers, and students.
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