(NAPSA)—Whena cranky 10- year-old whines, “I’m bored,” frazzled parents can send the youngster to Enlighten Me on www.Superpages.com andfeel con- fident that the children are learn- ing while they’re having fun. Fun, educational and safe Internetbased activities will entertain children for hours with unique, interactive online games, mystery stories and puzzles. Created by Verizon SuperPages and FableVision, Enlighten Me: Read, Learn and Explore is a virtual village of fun, challenging and informative activities for children ages 8-13 and is available only at www.super pages.com on the Literacy link. “Parents and caregivers are searching for safe, educational activities that children will enjoy while they are out of school for the summer,” said Lou Laste, director of community relations for Verizon Information Services. “Enlighten Me sparks children’s imaginations with fun games and stories, while teaching them critical thinking and logic skills. Families can enjoy the site together, or children can explore the Enlighten Me village while their parents manage daily tasks.” The site, called Enlighten Me, wascreated by Verizon SuperPages and FableVision. It’s described as a virtual village of fun, challenging and informative activities for children ages 8 to 13 andis available at www.superpages.com on the Literacy link. “Parents and caregivers are searching for safe, educational activities that children will enjoy while they are out of school for the summer,” said Lou Laste, director of community relations for Verizon Information Services. “Enlighten Me sparks children’s imaginations with fun games and stories, while teaching them critical thinking and logic skills. Families can enjoy the site together, or children can explore the Enlighten Me village while their parents manage daily tasks.” The site features a variety of areas that can promote learning in the classroom and at home. Children can use it to send e-cards to their friends, family and teachers, or solve a mind-challenging Peetnik Mystery while exercising logic, problem solving, critical thinking, cooperation, imagina- tion and creativity. Parents can get tips for incorporating literacy and technology into family life, expert recommendations for children’s books, information about nationwide literacy programs andinteractive Internet Learninginstructions. Thesite also provides resources for teachers to incorporate literacy and technology into schoolwork. All activities relate to local and national curriculum standards and are grounded in holistic, child-centered educational philosophy. For more information, visit www.superpages.com and click on Literacy, then Enlighten Me. Online content designedto entertain children can educate as well. Here are a few examples. SUPERTHINKERS—Providesa treasure trove of books and resources for young people, parents andteachersincludingtitles like “How to Make a Book,” “How to Make a Movie”and “How to Make a Jigsaw Puzzle.” PEETNIK MYSTERIES—Involveskidsin solving fascinating and fun mysteries that engage and challenge their deductive reasoning skills and creativity. Parents will find them challenging foo. THE LIBRARY—Teacheskids how to become an author, find cool new kids’ booksor find a library right in their neighborhoods. VILLAGE NEWS—Providesthe latest weather, as well as new stuff about Enlighten Me. ETRAIN STATION—Providesinformation aboutfunattractions, parks andhistorical landmarks across the U.S. FORTUNE TELLER—Mystically answers questions voiced by the user. MENTAL MARKET—Lets kids download free artwork, screensavers, quizzes and tips on howto getinvolved in the community. Connects older kids and parents to the Internet Learning Tutor so they can learn more about how to use the World Wide Web. KIDS CAMP—Helpskidsexplore their own dreams: write a book, make a movie, solve a mystery and so much more. PTA—Encouragesteachers, parents and caregivers fo have fun online with their kids with Learn aboutLiteracy Leaders, information about award-winningchildren’s book authors, and the easy-to-implement SuperThinkerscurriculum supplement. STADIUM —Provides informationonlocalplaces for sports ranging from skateboardingto fishing to archery. @
