ToxMystery: A New Interactive Learning Site for Young Children

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ToxMystery <http://toxmystery.nlm.nih.gov> is the National Library of Medicine's new, interactive learning site for 7 to 10 year old kids. It provides a fun, game-like experience while introducing potential environmental health hazards sometimes found in the home.

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“Toxie” the cat helps find the hazards hidden in each room, and offers hints when needed. The objective is to find all the hazards. Players are treated to amusing animations when they complete each area. When all the hazards in the house have been discovered, Toxie delivers an animated celebration, and players can print a personalized certificate.

ToxMystery's “Parent Resources” page provides more detailed information about everyday environmental hazards that can be harmful to one's health. A “For Teachers” page contains more than ten activity pages for downloading.

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