Game and Gaming #37

I can remember going to my school library in the summer for “game days”; not the same games we are referring to here but it was the same concept. Kids from all over the neighborhood came out once a week to play games, to socialize, to get out of the house and out of the heat. It was always a special time because they had games many of us did not have at home. Then while we were there, we could check out a book to take home to read. There were occasionally other programs available if we were interested in more than just the games.

Game day brought kids out to socialize. It was a time when we could be more relaxed and just enjoy the day. Nobody had expectations of us except to behave appropriately. It created a positive atmosphere us because it was a less structured time.

We have Crafts for the younger children, Sit and Stitch for adults so why not gaming for the older kids. Just because we never imagined having an activity in the library does not mean we should not have it. Many people never imagined having self-check machines and DVD players in the library, but we do.

Just think how much the dance scene was altered years ago by disco dance flooring. Everyone loved the bright lights, the flashing colors, and the loud music. Attendance soared wherever disco was available. I think the library will continue to evolve into an even greater happening place as the years go by.

Regarding the game “Within Range”, the instructions tell the player to hover over the books that are to be moved, but did not say to double click to actually move the books. I guess I was just supposed to know that since double clicking is a commonly used method. The instructions are not very clear. Once I figured out how to move the books, I made a high score and even progressed to the higher levels.