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Do video games change
the way kids play?
October 16, 2002
When we consider the broad affect video
games and television have had on the nature of society, we don't realize
that it has also changed the very nature of play for children, according
to a local school principal.
But Ray Hendriks, principal of Rhema Elementary Christian School, says
the very essence of play is changing because of video games and television.
"It is the sense that kids struggle with other kinds of play that
are not based on video games or television. Kids are not very creative
on the playground or in groups these days. They struggle to play well
together," he notes.
Hendriks says there is a need for children to interact socially, and that
games work against that.
Game Power owner Todd Kralik says he agrees with the principal's comments,
but only to a point.
"That would hold some truth," he says, on the nature of play
changing.
"For kids who play strategy and adventure games, they are very much
using their brains," Kralik adds.
"They are using problem-solving skills and that part is great. But
granted, they are missing out on exercise. A little bit of common sense
is in order. You have to keep some balance," Kralik points out.
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