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Even Toddlers and Preschoolers Can Play Video Games!
I love video games. I have to admit it. My kids love them, I love them, my husband loves them. So it shouldn't be too surprising that when we added a baby brother to the family, he picked them up quickly.
At 2 1/2, he's a seasoned pro, with only occasional requests for help from a more experienced gamer. "Mama! Get da star! Get da star!" he says, thrusting a controller into my hand.
These games are GameBoy Advance games. The GameBoy Micro is a smaller version of the GameBoy Advance, that fits his little hands very well. If you can find one, that's the best choice. Otherwise, the folding GameBoy Advance will work too.
The Gameboy Micro
It's the newest Gameboy Advance
Here's the Gameboy Micro, shown in a woman's hands. It's about the size of a cell-phone, or an Ipod Nano, and has a bright, clear screen.
There's an on-off switch on the bottom that my boy was able to master at age 2, but he hasn't really figured out the volume control on the right. You can see the "start" and "select" buttons, also on the bottom.
The best part is that it comes with a built-in rechargable battery, and doesn't use disposable batteries at all.
Game Boy Advance Micro Silver (includes Black, Ladybug, Blue Swirl Faceplates)
If you'd like to know more, follow this link to the Gameboy Micro, along with and reviews and stuff, on Amazon.
Amazon Price: (as of 07/11/2009) 
The best games for little ones
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Curious George
Curious George is the long-awaited video game debut of the classic children's book character.3 points
Sonic The Hedgehog Genesis
This was the first game my older son played, when he was five. It's great for little ones because of the easy controls.2 points
Yoshi's Island: Super Mario Advance 3
Yoshi's Island: Super Mario 3 puts you in control of Yoshi for his wildest new adventure! You can even connect with three friends in a multi-play...1 point
Franklin the Turtle
One of the three games that exist for the Gameboy Advance that is rated EC, for Early Childhood, this has a bunch of fun minigames.1 point
Cars
Since he was 1, he's been enjoying driving games from my lap. Now he has his own!0 points
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Posted December 07, 2008
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