Many parents worry that videogames will desensitize their children to violence and thus stunt their emotional growth. While it’s true that some games have violent components, this line of thought doesn’t capture the whole picture. Depending on game-specific characteristics such as design and narrative choices,… Read More »Videogames can help kids develop empathy and respect for others

When we think of video games, we think of dangerous tools that harm our children. We worry when we see them hours and hours in front of a screen because we are convinced that playing video games does not bring any benefit, but is a… Read More »Video games an useful tool to solve problems

Through play, children learn important fundamentals for their development as individuals, citizens and even as family members: habits of hygiene, food, rest, social relationships and friendship. All these crucial components can be presented to little ones in a playful way. That is why teaching children… Read More »Educational and pedagogical games: tools for children’s learning

Videogames tend to be seen as a negative and dangerous activity by most parents, who watch their children play for hours on end in front of a computer, smartphone, or television screen. They have always alarmed parents, many of whom have felt compelled to prohibit… Read More »Videogames are a socialization tool

In the digital age, video games and other interactive entertainment media have gained great popularity among children. Many parents may be concerned about the time their children spend playing games, but video games can have significant educational benefits if used effectively. In this Kidmons article,… Read More »Education in the digital age: How to use videos games for children effectively?

Educational games are an excellent way to promote learning. Not only are games fun and entertaining, but they also help children develop cognitive, emotional and social skills. Furthermore, the benefits of educational games are not limited to our childhood, they continue to have a significant… Read More »Educational Games for Children: Benefits in Adulthood

In addition to the difficulties in the delivery and access to pedagogical content, the closure of schools due to the Covid-19 pandemic bred another consequence, especially for children: lack of social stimulation and interaction with their peers. This reality was even more challenging for children… Read More »How games support interaction between children with and without disabilities

Children’s logical reasoning is a process of thought structuring carried out according to the rules of logic. It allows children to develop and solve their problems better, as well as helping them to reflect and make decisions. Therefore, the more children are trained in this… Read More »Children’s logical reasoning: How can we stimulate it?

Educational institutions need to invest in children’s games, as they are great learning tools. They can motivate children and even teenagers, getting them involved in the game and absorbing different types of knowledge, such as mathematical, linguistic, and cultural knowledge. Moreover, as this is a… Read More »Children’s games as learning tools

Some people see it as a negative thing to give a videogame to children, however, when well used, these resources are excellent allies for a child’s development and learning. This is because several skills are stimulated through the right games. Therefore, parents need to be… Read More »Videogames for children: How to use them in a productive way?