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The description below was contributed by: A visitor, on Jun 25, 2001 09:55:27AM


Appropriate age group(s):
Preschool and Younger
Elementary School

In which category would you classify this game?
Puzzles, Crosswords, and Word Games

Can kids play this game on their own or do they need adult supervision?
Kids can play on their own

Estimated time needed to play:
Half hour or more

Materials needed (if applicable):
Paper
Pencil

Description of reading game:
You play by naming objects and things you see out the window, writing down the items on a list, and then seeing how many sentences you can make out of the list of words. Have your kids read aloud what they've written. It's a fun way to learn and a good way to circumvent those temper tantrums that come from the boredom of a long car trip.

What reading skill(s) does this game use or develop in children?
This is a good game for teaching kids how to construct sentences and for sparking their creativity.

Other comments or suggestions:
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