At a Glance
Product: Go Go Kabongo Online learning games to encourage reading and cognitive skills.
Age Level: 4-7 years old
Use: Educational fun, supplement to your reading program and to teach cognitive skills in a fun “video game” atmosphere.
Teacher Prep: None.
Cost: All habitats are free! You can purchase Twister Top for $4.95. No subscription fees.
Quick Rating: 3 out of 4 golden pencils.
What is Go Go Kabongo?
Go Go Kabongo is an online educational game to help children learn cognitive and reading skills. You can read about Kabongo’s cognitive approach to reading HERE.
GoGo Kabongo develops cognitive skills that are essential to reading such as:
Attention and Focus
Memory Skills
Processing
Planning
Visualization
Comprehension
What did we think?
Normally, I am not one to use online games in my schooling. However, I allow the kids to play online games and video games as reward or to reinforce educational skills. I do not like mindless games to simply fill time. I truly believe that Go Go Kabongo can please both the parent and the child. The child will have fun playing while the parent can be assured the games are worthwhile.
My 5 year old had great fun playing Go Go Kabongo. She enjoyed making her own character and playing on the different habitats. The habitats are different playing fields for the child’s character. Each offer something new and exciting for the child to explore.
Go Go Kabongo keeps track of your child’s progress and sends you reports via email to keep you informed. I love this feature since it makes keeping track easy for the parent.
I encourage anyone with a child 4-7 to try it out since you can play free. The price is definitely right. Purchasing Twister Top for only $4.95 is also a good value if you child enjoys playing. The games are colorful, interesting and have educational value. This is a nice light way to keep skills sharp or allow for some fun during the school day or during times your child wants to play on the computer.