| Learning Objective |
Application |
Game |
Interactive Edition |
Travel Edition |
| Animal Recognition |
In order to play the game, children must be able to associate
an animal with its name, thus encouraging learning the names
of the animals and the identification of the animals |
X |
X |
X |
| Hand/Eye Coordination/Tactile Recognition |
As part of game play, children are required to “feel”
the animals inside of the ark in an effort to find a match to
a particular animal. This forces a child to begin associating
what he sees with what he is touching. |
X |
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| Spelling |
By utilizing the reference card, children will begin to associate
the spelling of the name with the animal’s picture. Additionally,
as part of game play, children have to recognize by sight and
sound the names of the animals. |
X |
X |
X |
| Alphabetization |
The game starts by determining which player has the first
(lowest) alphabetized animal. This teaches children the concept
of alphabetization. |
X |
|
X |
| Counting |
The winner of the game is the player with the most pairs.
The children must count their pairs and compare the amount they
have with the other players to determine the winner. |
X |
|
X |
| The Concept of Pairing |
The story of "Noah and the Ark" tells about animals
entering the ark in "twos”. The game is based upon
that same concept (pairing). Children will, as a result, learn
about the concept of pairing as they play the game. |
X |
X |
X |
| Sportsmanship |
By playing Noah, The Creature Teacher™, parents and
older players can teach children basic rules of sportsmanship-how
to play and enjoy games (regardless of whether you win or lose);
how to play fairly; and how to share. |
X |
|
X |
| Memorization |
A key aspect of the game is to remember what animals have
been asked for or revealed by other players during game play.
By remembering where the various animals are, children will
be able to pair more of their animals. |
X |
X |
X |
| How To Follow Rules |
In order to play the game, children must learn, understand
and follow the simple instructions (rules). This key concept
has wide application to learning in general. The rules are very
simple to learn, and by mastering the rules, children will gain
confidence regarding their ability to play and enjoy games in
general, and even more, to follow and apply instructions. |
X |
X |
X |
