Adopt a pet…monster, that is…at MoshiMonsters
Moshi Monsters is a world of adoptable pet monsters, an exciting cross between a virtual pet, social network and educational puzzle games site for kids.
Can a group of ‘monsters’ make lovable pets?
Yes. Yes. Yes. And over 1.5 million moms and their kids have adopted these pet monsters already!
So what’s a Moshi Monster, anyway?
Moshi Monsters is a virtual world and were kids can adopt and care for a pet monster. Designed for kids ages 8 and up, this world encourages kids to have fun, learn about caring, play games and puzzles, improve learning skills and do all this in a safe online environment. According to the latest press from Mind Candy, the company that launched Moshi Monsters, “Moshi Monsters is a world of adoptable pet monsters, an exciting cross between a virtual pet, social network and educational puzzle games site for kids. The puzzles test a variety of skills including basic maths, spatial awareness, logic, counting, anagrams and vocabulary. Moshi Monsters is free to play, allowing kids to adopt their own pet monster and play games online with millions of other children across the world.” And CEO of this British company, Michael Smith, adds: “We’ve been absolutely amazed by the early growth of Moshi Monsters. Every month hundreds of thousands of children from all over world are joining the community and adopting their own pet monster. Children love the social gaming element while parents appreciate the educational qualities of the puzzle games.”
Here’s what you kids can do with their Moshi
- First they register and pick from over forty Moshi Monster avatars
- Next they pick and design their very own house
- Now its time to play games, and complete puzzles to earn Rox
- Rox shopping comes next with loads of virtual accessories for sale in virtual stores
Wait, there’s lots more!
- Friendship trees can be loaded with friends old and new from around the world
- Invite a friend is always fun
- Notes on bulletin boards and and active forums keep the fun fresh
What moms need to know
- Even though the site is filled with games and puzzles these have been designed to be more than just fun–each one challenges thinking and expands learning skills. The puzzles test a variety of skills including basic maths, spatial awareness, logic, counting, anagrams and vocabulary.
- Forums are monitored but moms still need to be involved to make sure that kids are safe on the forums and from any risk of cyberbullying.
How much does the site cost?
Its absolutely free!
How many ‘Clicks’ does this world get?
We love this site and give it 9 Clicks! What do you think? Send your views to OneClickMoms.
Today’s Reviewer is Miriam Caldwell
Miriam Caldwell loves being a mom. She stays on top of the best and most fun things for kids to do both on and off the Internet. She believes that the most effective learning comes from the times that children are having fun. Miriam has been writing for parents for three years, and draws on her experiences from the time that she was a teacher as well as from her personal experiences as a mom to three children.
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