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Pink Computer Desk | Kool Kolors

kidsdesk — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:27:28 +0000

KidsDesk recently added a colorful new lineup of desks called Kool Kolors computer desks. The have a sleek design, they are affordable and you can choose from six stylish colors to match your decor. An affordable computer desk that is designed to allow you to create a perfect learning space or place for homework. If you are thinking about getting a new computer desk, consider the Kool Kolors pink computer desk. that is colorful desk and allows you to create a fun learning and work space.

Perfect for your computer or laptop. This desk is also available in Blue, Orange, Black, Purple, Green and of course Pink. This makes it easy to match your room and design.

Pink Computer Desk

This Pink Computer Desk has a stylish and functional design perfect for any room or work space. This pink desk is finished in a sleek Hi-gloss Hot Pink finish. It also features a convenient slide out keyboard, ample top shelf (for monitor and computer accessories), a large bottom shelf for CPU or additional component and media storage. Makes a great gift and it is also easy to assemble.

If you would like more information or if you have any questions, please visit www.kidsdesk.net and contact our friendly customer care team! This computer desk is also available in different colors and KidsDesk carries a large variety of children’s desks perfect to your room or space. Thanks for visiting the KidsDesk blog.

KinderBoard is a large-print computer keyboard that assists children who have motor-skill impairment, and is an excellent first keyboard with 1″ oversized keys and easy-to-read numbers and letters.

Imaginative Play

kidsdesk — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:31:11 +0000

It is very important for children of all ages to use their imagination while playing alone or with other children. Think back on your own childhood. We played with dolls that didn’t walk and talk and cars that didn’t have sirens or horns. We used our imagination to play with all of our toys. In today’s technology drive world, it can sometimes be challenging to find toys for our children that don’t require batteries!

Get your children’s creative juices flowing and encourage imaginative play. It is a crucial time to develop these skills. Having toys that encourage hands-on play can be helpful. Is your child going to be the next Van Gogh? Your little artist needs a canvas.

The Clamp On Paper Center can turn any table into an art center! Going to Grandma’s for the weekend? No problem! This can easily be removed from your table and attached to a table at Grandma’s so the masterpieces can continue to be made!

Clamp on Paper Center - A great solution for your little artist!

Maybe your child is going to become a famous architect and build the next Eiffel Tower? Magneatos are a terrific hands-on toy, which will allow your child to build anything from simple shapes to space rockets! Some Magneatos even glow in the dark to add even more excitement to the structure they just built.

Magneatos Intermediate 240 pieces

Magneatos Intermediate Glow 114 pieces

Magneatos Intermediate Master Builder Set 542 pcs

These are just a couple of ideas for children of all ages and will last for years to come! Thank you for visiting the KidsDesk Blog! If you have any questions please visit www.kidsdesk.net and contact our customer care team.

Children’s Mouse for laptop

kidsdesk — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:59:26 +0000

Have you been searching for a children’s computer mouse for your laptop or PC? If you let your children use your computer this can be a quick and easy solution. A children’s mouse will easily fit into a laptop bag, so when you are on the go, you can create a kid friendly computing experience which is quick, easy, and fun.

We are going to take the Children’s Small Computer Mouse as an example. It is about half the size of a standard mouse with a scroll wheel, optical tracking, and colored buttons that assist children move the cursor with greater comfort and control. It connects via USB port and measures 3.25″ long and it is about 2″ wide. It stands 1.25″ high so you have perspective of the actual size of this mouse. This mouse will connect to most any laptop and comes with a lifetime limited warranty. (Mac or PC) This children’s mouse below is also available in black.

Tiny Mouse Optical

If you are an educational institution and are interested in a children’s computer mouse, contact customer care for a discount. If you have any questions about your specific situation or laptop we will try to help.

Have a nice weekend and thanks for visiting the KidsDesk blog.

How do I hook up a children’s keyboard?

kidsdesk — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:50:50 +0000

We received a question from a customer last week who asked how they could hook up a children’s keyboard and still use the standard keyboard. The solution is easier than you might think, you can do this with most computers if they have a free USB port. Most computers will detect the new children’s keyboard and the exisiting keyboard can stay in place if needed. This is an ideal solution to creating a kid friendly computing experience & also keeping in place the existing keyboard.

Children’s keyboards have become common place in many classrooms and learning centers across the country. They prevent the development of bad computing habits and provide many benefits to children that are starting to use a computer and learning to type. The best part, now these benefits are available for your home, day care, learning center, classroom or library by adding a kids keyboard.

If you have a question or you think we can help you, please contact our customer care team and we will be happy to assist you and find solutions that meet your specific needs.

Are you interested in gettting a children’s keyboard for your computer or laptop? Come see the keyboards offered by KidsDesk, please visit http://www.kidsdesk.net/Kids_Keyboards_and_Childrens_Keyboards_s/72.htm! Have a wonderful week and thank you for visiting our blog.

How can I hook up a children's keyboard

KidsDesk Weekend Sale

kidsdesk — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 16:59:54 +0000

This weekend only we are offering $5.00 off new purchase @KidsDesk. This special offer for blog readers & twitter friends, is good for purchases of $20.00 or more.

The best part is you can use it towards anything we carry. Now is a great time for a children’s desk or a children’s keyboard and children’s computer mouse for your laptop or desktop. The exciting part is you can do this without breaking the bank. All computer accessories are compatible with Mac and PC. These are great solutions for early learning and educational software. This offer is not valid on prior purchase.

We also carry a large selection of children’s furniture, children’s bedroom furniture, major league baseball furniture, and children’s headphones, which are perfect for iPod and MP3 players. Visit now www.kidsdesk.net. We have been helping parents and teachers for over six years.

To take advantage of this special offer use promo code. 2.6.2010.

Have a great weekend.

A new kids Children’s Desk from Pkolino

kidsdesk — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 06:28:32 +0000

If you have been considering a desk for your child, you may want to check out this fun, stylish and affordable Children’s Desk.

The Children’s Desk from Pkolino was created for kids with big dreams. It’s the perfect learning space for games, books, project learning and it also makes an excellent art desk. Available in two different colors I prefer the orange for the “cool” factor but it’s also available in a sleek white, a nice and clean look. This all-in-one design with ergonomically positioned built-in seat, means children do not need to worry about positioning their chair. The seat is an optimal 12 inches high with a smart storage shelf under the seat for quick access.

This smart play-space is a great addition to any home, daycare, library or classroom. For those needing additional storage you can add a Play Kit that fits right under the desktop on rails to create a handy drawer. You can never have enough storage and this smart design is convenient and makes for quick cleanup. That is always a good thing for parents and teachers. You can store learning materials, games, and supplies.

The versatility this desk offers will allow you to utilize it in virtually any environment. Moving this desk around is easy and quick and this makes it simple to re-arrange when necessary.

If you have little one you may just consider this durable, fun and stylish Children’s desk.

Features:
* Age: 2 to 6 years
* Materials: Fiber Board with Wood Veneer
* Dimensions: 17.75 in. (45.09 cm) W x 22.5 in. (57.15 cm) L x 20 in. (50.8 cm) H
* Weight: 16.5 lbs (7.48 kg)

If you would like more information or if you are interested in purchasing this desk please visit www.kidsdesk.net. Thank you for visiting the KidsDesk blog.

Children’s Computer Desk | Children’s Table | A place for homework

kidsdesk — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 05:49:49 +0000

Have you ever wished your child or student enjoyed doing their homework, research and projects? Does homework get put off or delayed because there is just not a fun or ideal environment for them? You can create this environment with a children’s computer desk or a children’s table with chair. Creating a space designed and designated for homework has shown to improve overall grades and performance with some students.

We received an email from a customer who purchased a desk for her grade school age daughter. Before getting the desk she used to sit in the dining room which is adjacent to the living room and television. Over time she realized that her daughter was getting distracted by the TV or conversations amongst the family. She found the quality of her daughters homework suffered as a result.

She set out to create a work space for her daughter. She purchased a children’s table set and then set up a used PC with software that gave her full parental controls. She outfitted it with the Kids Complete Starter Set which included a children’s keyboard and children’s computer mouse. Her daughter was extremely excited and started looking forward to doing her homework again. Throughout the rest of the year, her teachers took notice and her grades on homework greatly improved. It is stories like these that make us realize how important it is to have a special place for your child to be able to focus and be free from distractions.

If you are interested in learning more about solutions we offer, please visit us www.kidsdesk.net. We offer a large and ever-growing solutions that will fit your needs. Thank you for visiting the KidsDesk Blog. Please bookmark us and visit again soon.

Make homework fun again

How can I make my laptop kid friendly?

kidsdesk — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:03:01 +0000

Parents and teachers sometimes hesitate to share their laptops with curious young children because they are expensive and fragile. What if there was a way to make your laptop kid friendly? You may not know this, but now it’s easier than ever to turn it into a fun, kid friendly laptop.

Most children’s keyboards and children’s computer mice now have USB connections that can easily be connected to create a learning station virtually anywhere. One convenient and portable solution is a children’s headphone, they are perfect for language software and learning software applications.

When you are on the go, one helpful solution is to use a bag or backpack to bring along your children’s computer accessories. This will provide flexibility and allow you to create a place for movies, games or homework around your busy schedule in any location. This is perfect for travel when you have to be prepared for unforeseen circumstances.

We have featured a few solutions below. If you are interested in learning more, please visit www.KidsDesk.net. Thank you for visiting the KidsDesk blog.

Featured Kid Friendly Solutions:

Children’s Computer Keyboard
KinderBoard is a large-print computer keyboard that assists children who have motor-skill impairment, and is an excellent first keyboard with 1″ oversized keys and easy-to-read numbers and letters.

Voted “Best Pick of 2007″ by Scholastic Teacher’s Instructor Magazine

The KinderBoard features color-coded consonants, vowels, numbers and punctuation marks to help pre-school children learn their character sets. The KinderBoard also features two USB 2.0 side ports and F-keys.

Children's Computer Keyboard

Children’s Computer Mouse
This kids mouse is perfect for early kids learning. WIDE-Sized for younger students, this Mini Mouse is ideal for beginning computer users with rugged ABS plastic for durability.

Children's Computer Mouse

Children’s Headphones -
These Listening First Stereo Kids Headphone are specifically built for young students with safety in mind. Designed with rugged ABS plastic ear cups withstand daily use with external volume control set by the teacher for student safety. This childs headphone is ideal for story-time, library and computer uses. Also works great with MP3 players and iPods too!

Children's Headphones

Future of Education

kidsdesk — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 06:34:31 +0000

There is always talk about the future of education. With increasing technology in the classroom and advancements being made quickly, it can be a challenge to imagine what classrooms may look like like in 10 years. The future of education is altered with each new advancement and students may reap the benefits long term. We devised a list of articles that our team found insightful when researching the future of education. We hope you find some of these articles and links regarding the future of education helpful and time saving.

Future Of Education | Articles and Links

Future Ed: Remote learning, 3D screens

Infusing “service-learning” and technology in the classroom

Forward Thinking: State preschool programs save $1B a year in crime, education costs

Preparation: Prekindergarten must be part of basic education

AISD Officials: “Learning is Changing in a Big Way”

Students consider future: Middle school students compete in building a future city

Our children need Race to the Top

Our team put this list together while doing research for KidsDesk.net. If you would like more information about our company, please visit www.KidsDesk.net. Please note: we are not endorsed by any of the companies or resources above. If you have a suggestion or you would like to see an addition to our list of resources, please contact us. Thank you for stopping by our blog post about the future of education. Thank you for visiting our blog, please bookmark us and visit again soon!

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Customer Care

Children’s Health Resources

kidsdesk — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:32:28 +0000

Previously we put together a small list of learning resources for children and parents that our team has found useful. We also developed a list of Children’s Health Resources that our team found helpful.

Utilizing multiple resources provides an opportunity to review health information from relevant sources with unique perspectives, ideas, solutions and plans. Everyone’s situation is different and we hope you and your family find this list helpful.

Children’s Health Resources

Please note: we put this list together for parents, teachers and caretakers and we are not endorsed by any of the companies, links or resources we provided. We cannot be held liable for any content outside of KidsDesk.

Children's Health Resources

It is our hope that you will find some of these links relevant and time saving. If you know a resource or site that should be added to our list please go to www.kidsdesk.net and contact customer care with your suggestion. We are always looking for resources that benefit children, parents and teachers.

If you would like more information about our company, or any of the products and services we offer, please visit our company site @ www.kidsdesk.net. As a thank you for visiting we are extending a discount code – 5% off any new order. Use code: healthy5 This special is valid through February 2010.