The Problem:
Kids around the world are becoming increasingly engaged in online games and virtual worlds that are highly interactive and addictive. For the most part, this online activity is not benefiting that child or the future of our society. In addition, this highly engaging online activity is causing these kids to be bored and frustrated with many aspects of life including how they are being taught in our schools.
This in part has led many of today's children to be referred to as the "ME Generation." Selfishness, bullying, and self-absorption accurately define them, and this behavior is reinforced by today’s media. Much of our entertainment makes acceptable the idea that being less than responsible, behaving inappropriately, and treating others badly is the norm.
Parents, educators and government leaders are becoming increasingly concerned about this escalating trend and are looking for solutions.
This is where Woogi World™ enters the picture . . .
The Opportunity:
We have the ability to use this virtual social network phenomenon to teach a global generation of elementary age children to safely and effectively use the Internet to build proper character traits and skills, and who will then work together to create a better world community.
The Woogi World Solution (our mission):
Through our safe, and engaging virtual world, www.woogiworld.com, elementary age children worldwide are becoming responsible Internet users and goodwill ambassadors, learning and implementing the character traits that are helping them be good influences in their homes, schools, and communities—ultimately leading out in the global "Woogi phenomenon" of kids driving good works.
Our Goal:
To be the "tool of choice" that parents and educators use to teach elementary children:
- Proper, positive character traits and skills that include:
- Internet behavior and safety
- Leadership
- Service to others
- Proper health and nutrition
- etc.
- Balance between time on and off the Internet
- The value and benefit of actively participating in the community
Our Strategic and Competitive Differences:
Bottom line: www.woogiworld.com is the ONLY children's virtual world that is benefiting society!
- WW promotes BALANCE by bringing elementary children online to learn, and motivates them (through points and prizes), to apply their learning through offline experiences.
- WW games, activities and adventures teach and promote positive behavior and character development.
- WW actively promotes selfless serving as it discourages materialism, greed, and hoarding.
- WW teaches the "Power of One" as it motivates and rewards families to get involved in charitable causes.
- WW promotes, teaches and rewards healthy, active living—physical, mental and emotional fitness.
- WW's full program is free to all children.
- NO Fortune 500 corporation owns or controls CW, so we maintain complete autonomy over WW.
- WW's sponsorship model allows corporate America to actively participate in the process of teaching leadership, integrity, critical thinking and community participation
- WW is endorsed by lawmakers, government and private organizations.
- WW is distributed to, and nationally endorsed by elementary schools.
- WW games, activities, and adventures are critically-thinking couched, thus assisting elementary schools and staff to meet national NCLB (No Child Left Behind) mandates.
- WW is committed to providing a meaningful environment where children and their families continually learn how unique and important they and their contributions truly are.
What Others Are Saying:
Mark Kastleman:
Unlike other children's sites focused on the sale of commercial paraphernalia, Woogi World focuses on teaching children how to interact properly online, and prepares them to become global goodwill ambassadors. "We've seen dramatic behavior changes in Woogi World users just in the first 60 days of them becoming Woogi World Subscribers. Kids are standing up for others, quickly reporting inappropriate behavior, and working together to help all feel included. This is the "effect" we wanted when we first started Woogi World," Mark Kastleman, CW Academic Advisory Board member, said.
Nancy Willard:
"Having worked on anti-bullying initiatives for many years, I am pleased to help Children's Way launch Woogi-World. This children's site will not only address issues such as bullying, but it will also help prepare children to become the future leaders of tomorrow," said Nancy Willard, JD, CW Academic Advisory Board member.
Kindee Nielsen:
"Foundation for a Better Life is proud to have our collection of ‘Pass It On' materials on Woogi World. We believe that our mutual message of helping children as well as their families, to realize their potential to make a difference in the lives of others, is truly noteworthy," said Kindee Nielsen, VP of Operations, Foundation for a Better Life.
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