About Family Computing: Middle School Science and the Sandbox Summit

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Family Computing Family Computing Projects & Fun Basics & Safety Education From Christy Matte, your Guide to Family Computing This week, I've got a cool online experience for middle schoolers, info on the 2011 Sandbox Summit, and a review of Yoostar 2. I also pulled a cute preschool game from the archives. I hope you're enjoying the April Showers! Middle School Kids? Sign them up for Vanished An environmental disaster has taken place on Planet Earth and we need your help." This is the call to action that invites middle school students to sign on to a unique online/offline experience presented by the Smithsonian Institution and the MIT Education Arcade. Read more Sandbox Summit Returns to MIT I recently had a chance to chat with Wendy Smolen and Claire Green, co-founders of The Sandbox Summit. The next Summit is coming up quickly on April 28-29, 2011 at MIT in Cambridge, MA. I attended last year and was both inspired and energized by the different sessions and speakers. I was excited to see what they have in store for this year.Read more Yoostar 2: In the Movies Review (Xbox 360/Kinect) Ever dreamed of being in the movies? Here's your chance with Yoostar 2 for Kinect for Xbox 360. This title is rated T. Read more See More About:  kinect games  Magic Seeds Game From the archives of the Friday Fun series is the Magic Seeds Game. Geared toward preschoolers, this game involves music and plants - a great combination for spring! Read more See More About:  friday fun  sprout online  preschool websites Family Computing Ads Science 5th Grade Science Of Life Science High School Science Kids Earth Science Featured Articles Family Computing Lifestyle Family Computing Hardware Software & Video Games for the Family Websites for the Whole Family Computing Safety and Privacy Online and in the Home Maintenance for the Family Computer   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More> This newsletter is written by: Christy Matte Family Computing Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Family Computing newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What to Look for in Software for Kids Buying Video Games for Kids Parent's Guide to Internet Safety When Should My Child Start Going Online? Parent's Guide to MySpace Safety Advertisement