Free Games to Save the World? How Gaming Can Benefit the Education of Children

There is something about gaming that draws a sharp intake of breath from parents, similar to when their child first behaves badly or casually swears over breakfast. This is because gaming has unfortunately received a negative press over the last decade, as the development of violent and anti-social video games have become dominant in the marketplace ahead of less overt and more child friendly titles. Not only this but the advent of online games, which are accessible through a variety of media outlets, are unfairly associated with encouraging addictive behavior and also diverting young children’s attention and time away from more favorable activities. Read more about this article on Giving Games.