video game for a 4 year old

[Sanjiv]

On 4/25/2022 at 10:34 AM, anna_gari_maata said:

Well depends on how you are balancing kids life.. video games are not that evil that you're suggesting to be. Just your illusion and probably some taboo

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"I don't care" what anyone says...

iPad mini

if you buy legos, how long can anyone play with just one game?

if you buy a bat/ball, how long can anyone play with it without getting bored??

any single game will become boring quickly for anyone and these are very, very "limiting".

AppStore games are dirt cheap, you can have multiple high-quality games with replay value and these games don't "break" like regular toys needing replacement. There are even high-quality educational apps!! Games and apps improve cognitive skills. It's not a Wii that you are tied to the living room - you can take the mini with you anywhere.

it's not fair you have an iPhone, iPad but want to deprive your "own" kids of these until they are 10 or 15. That's like you are enjoying your life in USA but want your kids to grow up in India. That's cruel and heartless. There is no excuse for that.

in our childhood days, it was unfortunate we grew up and schooled without using any tech because it was non-existent/unaffordable and we cannot impose those same old, outdated, primitive standards on our kids in this day and age and think whatever we believe is right - even before trying them out?  Wrong! There are something called Parental Controls on mobile devices and tablets and learn how to use them without depriving your "own" kids of tech while the rest of the world is blowing past your kids leaving them in dust. Do you want your kids to lag behind the rest of the world?

Even schools are using iPads for a reason. What do you say about that??

[Ara_Tenkai]

7 hours ago, Konebhar6 said:

@Ara_Tenkai I know this is an old thread. But 1 suggestion for kids hand-eye coordination. HomeDepot has a program to build a toy. They do it every Sat or Sunday (dont remember) mornings. They give a kit and give instructions on how to build the toy. Its a good bonding session with parents as well. Its FREE. After completion they give a badge.

Check it out. 

Ya we do it bro.... every first saturday of the month in our town.

[nag]

On 4/24/2022 at 4:03 PM, Ara_Tenkai said:

Hello folks,

Need your suggestions on buying video games for a 4 year old... mainly to improve hand eye coordination and work out indoors

thinking of buying wii ... what do you guys say?

 

basement vuntey.. plastic or soft ball tho adinchu bayya..  no electronics to kids

[phatposts]

8 hours ago, Konebhar6 said:

@Ara_Tenkai I know this is an old thread. But 1 suggestion for kids hand-eye coordination. HomeDepot has a program to build a toy. They do it every Sat or Sunday (dont remember) mornings. They give a kit and give instructions on how to build the toy. Its a good bonding session with parents as well. Its FREE. After completion they give a badge.

Check it out. 

I think you are referring to HomeDepot In Store Kids workshops. 

First Saturday of each month 9 - 12. 

https://www.homedepot.com/c/kids

[Konebhar6]

2 hours ago, phatposts said:

I think you are referring to HomeDepot In Store Kids workshops. 

First Saturday of each month 9 - 12. 

https://www.homedepot.com/c/kids

Yes. It’s a good program to build motor skills for kids.

[AvramFaind]

I completely understand your perspective on video games and their role in a child's development, Sanjiv. It's true that technology, when used mindfully, can offer many benefits to kids. AppStore games indeed provide a variety of options, including educational ones, and they can be a cost-effective way to keep children engaged.On the topic of games for a 4-year-old, if you're looking for a fantastic one, you might want to check out Homescapes. You can learn more about it on various websites and even find a fantastic one with a Homescapes Hack. It can be a fun and interactive way for kids to enjoy gaming while also honing problem-solving skills.

[LungiLingaraju]

Winter aithe intlo exercise ball tho start chey .. then move on to beach ball .. next slow ga dribbling with basket ball .. roll the tennis ball and ask kid to hit with bat .. sticky pad and ball