Video Games

WHY IT's GOOD

provide a fun and social form of entertainment.

encourage teamwork and cooperation when played with others.

make kids feel comfortable with technology—particularly important for girls, who don't use technology as much as boys .

increase children's self-confidence and self-esteem as they master games.

provide points of common interest and opportunities for socialization.

develop skills in reading, math, technology and problem-solving .

encourage participation in related offline activities, such as reading or sports.

encourage civic participation .

improve hand-eye co-ordination and fine motor skills.

WHY IT's BAD

Video games may also have bad effects on some children’s health.

Games can confuse reality and fantasy.

Some video games teach kids the wrong values.

Video games do not exercise your kid’s imaginative thinking.

Too much video game playing makes your kid socially isolated.