My little guy is a techy kid. He lives for updates and new games, and will spend hours learning the ins and outs of any new gadget we aquire. He has become a master problem solver and has amazing creativity when it comes to trying new things and finding new ways to get things done. I am always amazed at his patience and concentration when it comes to learning on a screen, since I am a hands on learner and reading or watching how to do something just doesn’t work for me, I have to actually do it!
We had the opportunity to try a new gaming system, one that incorporates 3D learning with an Ipad, so it combines the hands on approach with the reading and watching style. Osmo is a gaming system that teaches kids coding through games and fun graphics and characters. With its unique gaming accessory, Osmo changes the way children interact with the iPad by opening it up to hands-on play. Chilcren use blocks to control the movements of Awbie, a loveable little guy who loves strawberries and by using the coding blocks to create a coding command, kids guide Awbie on a wondrous tree-shaking, strawberry-munching adventure!
It didn’t take long for all of us to want a turn with this unique and inspiring system, grabbing the attention of my almost 7 year old as much as my hubby’s! For parents like us who struggle to limit screen time when it’s such a passion for the child, knowing that time spent on Osmo is building a foundation of learning and understanding is refreshing.
On August 25, 2016, Best Buy Canada will take over Yonge-Dundas Square for the second consecutive year to showcase the leading products from its decorated roster of brands. Osmo, the award-winning gaming system, is available for purchase at Best Buy Canada and its popular Starter Kit and Coding Game will be accessible to the public at the Toronto event. Product demos with Osmo experts will be featured at the event where spectators can learn more about the Osmo line and receive a coupon for discounted purchase. Participating in the event will not only give you a chance to try the Osmo for yourself, but you will also have the chance to WIN!
So if your kids love their screen time, and you want to know they are actually getting something useful out of that time, head over to Best Buy or if you can head to this cool event and see for yourself what a great product this is.i