Fooz Kids

© 2011 Fuhu, Inc.
$12, Windows, Mac OSX, Internet Site
Teaches: a virtual world for children

CTR Review

Available in 36 languages, Fooz Kids attempts to let children create, connect, discover and learn in "an environment that is safe and age-appropriate." Components include games, web browsing, videos, crafts, parent-approved e-mails to friends or family, the ability to create an avatar and customize a virtual bedroom. Fooz Kids University contains pre-K to 5 math games, plus reporting features for parents. Fooz Kids Flix contains "full length movies" that are "perfect for a car ride." Details about the movies are not provided. The Parental Dashboard is a password-protected area that enables parents to select age and gender-appropriate content for their children, monitor their academic activities, take a peek at their creations, access e-mails and approve friends. Fooz Kids is available as a download for both Windows and Mac OS X operating systems and is also compatible with Android tablets. Fooz Kids is available for a one time purchase of $11.99 with package subscriptions and additional features available for either a monthly or yearly commitment. For more information, or to download the application, visit http://www.foozkids.com.